COUNTY COUNCILS' NETWORK

We now have a clear evidence base for change to children's social care

The Independent Review of Children's Social Care heeds the County Councils Network's calls for a much greater focus on prevention, keeping families together, and a move away from reliance on costly residential care, says Simon Edwards.

By Simon Edwards | 06 June 2022

After the Brexit and pandemic inertia over the past few years, recent months have seen significant movement in key public sector reforms encompassing young people and adults.

The latest is the publication of the Independent Review of Children's Social Care, which has been led by Josh MacAlister.

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Popular articles by Simon Edwards

  1. Distribution, devolution and reorganisation
  2. Bus franchising not the answer for counties
  3. Proposals to bring back strategic planning have merit
  4. Counties call for action in key election battlegrounds
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