Trio of councils rated 'outstanding'

Social Care

Fifth of nurseries in deprived areas face closure

Early Years

Home Office in High Court challenge over use of child spies

Social Care

Union to ballot health visitors on strike action

Health

Charity rejects minister's claims over adoption register replacement

Social Care

Research reveals extent of 'postcode lottery' in 0-5 SLT services

Education

New social action fund targets disadvantaged young people

Youth Work

Secure children's home placements plummet

Social Care

Children's services consultancy Morning Lane closes

Social Care

Lessons aim to reduce knife crime over summer

Education

Councils legally accountable for safety of children known to social workers, Supreme Court rules

Social Care

DfE calls for evidence on care home workforce regulation

Social Care