The decision was made in London's High Court. Picture: Adobe Stock

Judge highlights ‘gargantuan’ challenges in finding suitable welfare placements

Social Care
MPs are seeking views on changes to youth provision since the last general election. Picture: Jacob Lund/Adobe Stock

MPs’ youth work review seeks professional views

Youth Work
Parc YOI has consistently been rated as the best YOI in the country. Picture: HMI Prisons

Limited provision of education undermines positive practice at Parc YOI, inspectors find

Youth Justice
Carol Homden is chief executive officer of the Coram Group. Picture: Coram

Charter sets out a ‘just’ offer for children

Your Shout
Derren Hayes: 'Childcare funding, school standards and tackling violence resonate with the public at large and so will be higher up the agenda this year'

Councils need bigger budgets, not handouts

Editorial
Junior Smart: 'Camila cared passionately about the issues affecting young people and their families.' Picture: St Giles Trust

Remembering a ‘compassionate and radical’ leader

Alison O'Sullivan: 'Providing for children who arrive after traumatic journeys has far-reaching impact across our child welfare system'. Picture: ADCS

'Unfit’ asylum transfer scheme needs an overhaul

Lorna Brookes is founder of Time-Matters UK. Picture: Lorna Brookes

Supporting children and families with a parent in prison: advice for professionals

Children's Services
Trauma-informed principles have been adopted by schools, the police and social care teams to improve services. Picture: Mulberry Bush

Trauma-informed care: Key policy developments

Parents are encouraged to slow down and repeat interactions with babies. Picture: Adobe Stock

Five tips for boosting brain development in the early years

Guide To...
Ray Jones is emeritus professor of social work at Kingston University. Picture: Ray Jones

Recalling the impact and value of Sure Start should be seen as a resource

Guest Blog
Tim Aldrige is executive director of children and learning at Camden Council. Picture: Havering Council

Rainbow worrier

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