Leicestershire County Council has apologised over the failings. Picture: Adobe Stock

Ombudsman criticises council handling of disabled boy’s school transport

Health
Young people face a 'cliff edge' in care when they turn 18, research finds. Picture: SeventyFour/Adobe Stock

Young offenders from racial minorities 'receive less support' when moving to adult prisons

Youth Justice
Neil Leitch: 'It is incredibly disappointing that the new inquiry currently focuses so narrowly on schools'. Picture: EYA

Early years leaders push for inclusion in Ofsted inquiry

Early Years
Young women highlighted the need for improved intersectional training for medical professionals. Picture: Monkey Business/Adobe Stock

Vulnerable young women more likely to experience poor healthcare, research finds

Health
Some 63 per cent of schools are reporting cuts to teaching assistant posts. Picture: DGLImages/Adobe Stock

Head teachers report surge in teaching assistant cuts

Education
The current contract will pay for a business consultant to support the set up of foster care hubs. Picture: Davit85/Adobe Stock

DfE announces further details of foster care recruitment contract

Social Care
A 'national commitment' is needed to stop children being moved away from home, say Become. Picture: Adobe Stock

Many children in care being moved hundreds of miles from home, charity warns

Social Care
Young people will be involved in the regeneration project and will be able to have their say in shaping the Observer Building redevelopment

Youth Investment Fund to boost vital support for young people

Youth Work
Councils warn measures in the bill are incompatible with the Children Act 1989. Picture: Malija/Adobe Stock

Asylum plans concern councils

Social Care
The behaviour of autistic and neurodivergent children can be mistaken for FII. Picture: Pixel-Shot/Adobe Stock

Cases of fabricated illness rise

Health
National guidelines state carers should avoid police involvement whenever possible. Picture: -Marcus-/Adobe Stock

Councils must review behaviour policies

Social Care
Financial and recruitment pressures are leading to a crisis for children in residential care. Picture: insta_photos/Adobe Stock

Wider factors influencing the closure of children's homes

Residential Children's Care