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Giving children a chance in straitened times

Despite financial limitations in children’s services, counties are doing commendable work in stretched circumstances. Cllr Ian Hudspeth looks at ways to overcome some of the challenges

The Spending Review announcement brought mixed news for children's services in county areas and across the local government family. 

Councils want the children they support to enjoy happy, healthy and rewarding lives – it is one of the most important jobs that we do. But these non-negotiables are under increasing threat.

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