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£45 million boost to help adoptive families adjust to their new lives together
First published during the 2019 to 2022 Johnson Conservative government
The British government and WePROTECT Global Alliance invited the government of Guatemala to participate in a summit to tackle online child sexual abuse and exploitation.
The British government and We Protect Global Alliance invited the government of Honduras to participate in a summit to tackle online child sexual abuse and exploitation.
Ofsted has sent surveys to social care providers to find out about the experiences of the children, parents, staff and professionals involved.
Ethical approval has been given for a £2.8 million trial to prevent Group B Strep being passed on to newborn babies.
A new report published today by the Social Security Advisory Committee highlights steps needed to improve the welfare of separated parents and their children.
Home education is often being chosen by parents of children with complex needs as a last resort.
New government research into teenage mental health issues could unlock quicker diagnosis and better support from health facilities and schools.
Older blinds with looped cords or chains may pose a threat to children but you can make them safer.
Practical and emotional support from communities of foster carers to boost their resilience
Secretary of State for Health and Social Care Matt Hancock spoke at the Royal Society to mark the opening of 8 new FGM support clinics across the country.
An extra month to claim back childcare costs could mean parents avoid missing out on up to £1,100 per month.
The guidelines emphasise the importance of building strength and balance for adults, and include recommendations for pregnant women, new mothers and disabled people.
More will be done to celebrate the work being done by employers to close their gender pay gap, Minister for Women Victoria Atkins told the first meeting of the new Women’s Business Council.
Women are more likely to leave a job because of a longer commute, but a man is more content to travel longer for higher pay - inflaming the gender pay gap.
UK charity Street Kids Direct has collaborated with other partners to help fund a new programme for vulnerable children in Honduras.
£3.3 million is being spent to expand 23 local projects to help prevent mental illness in children and young people.
Food banks helping families in crisis over the school holidays have been given more than a tonne of food and other items by teams working on Highways England schemes.
Opportunities to gain an extra qualification, go to university, get on-the-job experience or start your career if you've just finished your exams.
Five Country Ministerial meeting concludes with commitments to work together on emerging threats.
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