The disadvantage gap could widen further, researchers have warned. Picture: Adobe Stock

Disadvantaged pupils suffer 'clear learning loss penalty' during pandemic

Researchers have called for babies to be included in the government's mental health policies. Picture: Adobe Stock

‘Baby blindspot’ in children’s mental health, new research reveals

Early Years
Calls have been made for a review of the affordability of childcare in England. Picture: Adobe Stock

Thousands back call for independent review of childcare funding

Early Years
Last year UASC were taken into the care of Border Force in Dover. Picture: Adobe Stock

Kent launches legal action over number of unaccompanied child migrants

Social Care

Care Review FC v Care Sector United - match report

Guest Blog

Who loves this child?

The ADCS Blog
Social workers from BAME backgrounds are less likely to pass their assessment year, a new report says. Picture: Posed by model/Adobe Stock

Black, Asian and minority ethnic social workers 'face higher failure rates'

Social Care
Barristers are calling for a reform of legal aid funding for young people. Picture: Becky Nixon

Bar Council advocates reform of youth justice funding

Youth Justice

Reading between the lines: Children’s miscues and how to make sense of them

Guest Blog
The jab has already been approved for young people aged 16 and older. Picture: Adobe Stock

Campaign to prioritise disabled children as Pfizer vaccine approved for use in 12- to 15-year-olds

Health
The Healthy Start scheme has been extended to migrant families. Picture: Adobe Stock

More families get access to Healthy Start scheme after legal action

Health
The study found big regional variations around same-day proceedings for newborns. Picture: Adobe Stock

Huge increase in same-day care proceedings for newborn babies

Social Care