Kinship carers have reported recieving very little government support. Picture: Adobe Stock

Kinship carers 'plunged into poverty' during coronavirus crisis

Social Care
Young people will struggle to enter the jobs market, sector leaders have warned.

Coronavirus daily round-up: Wednesday 6 May

Coronavirus
Grants will fund projects that provide online support for young people at risk of youth violence. Picture: Adobe Stock

£6.5m fund launches to boost support for those at risk of youth violence

Youth Work
Gavin Williamson was question about changes in parliament. Picture: Parliament UK

Williamson: Children's services leaders asked for changes to statutory duties

Social Care
Just 20.6 per cent of children had an EHC plan in January 2019. Picture: Adobe Stock

One million children missing out on SEND support, MPs warn

Special Educational Needs

Youth voice on Covid – “Talk with us not about us”

Young Voices Heard

How Bi-borough is responding to children's evolving needs during lockdown

Children's Services

The rights of children in care are in lockdown

Social Care
Leethen Bartholomew is the head of National FGM Centre and has called for communities to be vigilant. Picture: Barnardo's

Coronavirus daily round-up: Tuesday 5 May

Coronavirus
Almost half of providers say they will be forced to make staff redundant. Picture: Adobe Stock

Childcare sector on 'brink of collapse' as quarter of providers fear closure

Early Years
Familes have been enjoying regular sessions usually held at children's centres from home. Picture: Adobe Stock

The children's centres supporting families online during Covid-19 crisis

Early Years

Recovery will not be like flicking a light switch

Early Years