The Children and Social Work bill is at the final stage – awaiting Royal Assent, having passed all Commons stages. The third reading in the House of Commons took place on 7 March 2017. To read the debates and amendments from all stages visit here. The Care Leavers Association worked alongside other sector charities to campaign for changes to the bill. The key successful outcomes are: Standards for how local authorities should act as a ‘corporate parent’ to support children in care and as they move into adult life. A requirement on local authorities to consult on and publish a ‘local offer’ to care leavers, setting out the services they… Read More
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Centre for Social Justice report on care leavers
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The National Gathering and AGM will take place on Saturday 18th July from 2pm. It will be held at The Central Halls Oldham street Manchester.
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