Amanda Spielman has issued a stark warning over a risk to babies during lockdown. Picture: Ofsted

Coronavirus daily round-up: Friday 6 November

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Yusuf McCormack spoke about his experiences of the care system.

Care experienced voice ‘must be central to Care Review’

Social Care
Sheffield City Council has paid compensation to the boy's mother. Picture: Adobe Stock

Sheffield City Council 'failed to educate a teenager with autism for years'

Education
Vicky Ford also announced new funding for foster care projects.

Care Review to be launched ‘imminently’, children’s minister says

Social Care
Childcare bubbles allow friends and family to look after children. Picture: Adobe Stock

No limit on size of informal 'childcare bubbles' amid second lockdown, DfE confirms

Early Years
Secondary school pupils must wear masks in schools, new DfE guidance states. Picture: Adobe Stock

Coronavirus daily round-up: Thursday 5 November

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Scouts has also annouced the sale of two buildings. Picture: Scouts

Scouts announces more job cuts due to pandemic

Youth Work
St Christopher's Staying Close scheme has been extended. Picture: St Christopher's Fellowship

Praise for care leaver scheme in review of DfE innovation programme

Social Care
Many care leavers told researchers they were optimistic about living alone. Picture: Adobe Stock

Praise for project supporting care leavers to live independently

Social Care
Nurseries will stay open during the second lockdown. Picture: Adobe Stock

Councils sought for early years partnership to help disadvantaged children

Early Years
Many children's home staff have been forced to self-isolate, according to the ICHA. Picture: Adobe Stock

Increasing numbers of children’s home staff forced to self-isolate, sector leaders warn

Social Care
The government has been urged to help feed families this winter. Picture: Trussell Trust

Coronavirus daily round-up: Wednesday 4 November

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