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Children's social care review reveals system in urgent need of reform

23/07/2021

Jo Porter outlines how local authorities can maximise the chance of identifying the families that need assistance and provide the necessary support.

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Managing uncertainty - Children’s services and the COVID effect

09/11/2020

Jo Porter outlines what further steps central government and local authorities should take to ensure that the wellbeing of vulnerable children is prioritised if or when referrals spike.

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