Children placed out of borough are magnets for child abusers and county lines gangs

Published on 18th September 2019
Thousands of children in care are being put at risk by being moved to children’s homes up to 100 miles from where they live, a parliamentary inquiry has warned.
Locum social workers more likely to work for inadequate authorities

Published on 20th August 2019
Locum social workers are more likely to be working for authorities rated as inadequate by Ofsted, a study has found.
Inquiry launched into children's social care workforce

Published on 23rd July 2019
An inquiry examining what social workers need to ensure children receive the best possible help and protection has been launched by The Education Committee.
Key role of OTs in maternity pathway outlined in new report

Published on 8th July 2019
A maternity care pathway outlining the key role that occupational therapists can play in maternity services has been published by Health Education England.
Social workers to get further support to promote positive mental health

Published on 20th June 2019
Social workers are to be given extra support to promote good mental health under a package of prevention measures announced by the prime minister.