Young people who have been in care come up against a ‘cliff edge’ when they are expected to become independent.
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Some of the work that needs to be done should start while young people are still in care.
Care leavers aren’t able to return to a family home to consider their options after graduating.
A UBI pilot in Wales gives a sum of money to young people leaving the care system. But it won’t be rolled out beyond its trial period.
Care leavers are over-represented in the justice system. Rising rates of self-harm show an urgent need for greater mental health support.
Teenagers transitioning from long-term care to independent adulthood need to be looked after. Their health, wellbeing, education and their safety are at risk
Children’s voices are being omitted from their care records, with devastating effect.
Children in care are criminalised too early – and don’t receive the support they need.
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