In England, at least one in three children who enter care are separated from their siblings. The voices of young people who have lived in care give this play its beating heart.
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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.
While financial compensation should be offered, there needs to be more understanding of the impact of such payments.
Before 1980, the experiences of black children in care were hidden from history.
Britain’s press reulgator ruled that The Times distorted its coverage of a case about a Christian girl placed with Muslim foster carers.
It can be a destructive cycle for mothers whose children are taken into care.
An extra £2 billion for social care is a drop in the ocean.
Once a child has left care, their characteristics, the stability of their placement and how they left it influence their chances of re-entering the system.
Children in care are criminalised too early – and don’t receive the support they need.
Too many older people are restricted from receiving state help for their care needs.
Going into care is traumatic for children – early intervention can help their mental health.
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