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  • Savings accounts for children in long-term care

    Donors who wish to give money directly to some of the most vulnerable young people in the UK will be able to through a new savings account for children in care, the Department for Education announced today.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Statistical press notice: Indicators on breastfeeding – quarter ending December 2011

    Indicators on breastfeeding statistics for the quarter ending December 2011 were released today by the Department of Health

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • New guidelines to help industry promote internet safety

    The UK Council for Child Internet Safety launches new guidelines for organisations and internet service providers to make sure parents and children understand online safety.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Tackling child sexual exploitation must be a priority, says minister

    The Tackling Child Sexual Exploitation Action Plan brings together actions by the government and partners to protect children from abuse.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Thinking of getting pregnant? Rubella leaflet now available in other languages

    This leaflet, now also available in Tamil and Bengali, explains how expectant mothers can protect their unborn baby and the unborn children …

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Views sought on early years and childcare provider regulation

    Ofsted is consulting on changes to the way it registers and inspects early years providers, including nurseries and childminders.

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  • Health Visitor Implementation Progress Report

    The Health Visitor Implementation report published today, sets out progress on key areas of the Health Visitor Implementation programme, which…

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Recent developments in children and young people’s mental health

    This letter brings together information on a number of recent developments to support delivery of improved mental health outcomes for children and young people.

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  • National Child Measurement Programme key findings published

    The latest results from the National Child Measurement Programme (NCMP) were published by the NHS Information Centre today.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Tim Loughton to Barnardo's event

    Children's Minister Tim Loughton launches the tackling child sexual exploitation action plan.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Michael Gove speaks to the London Early Years Foundation about the importance of early years

    The Secretary of State talks about the importance of early years education.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Number of children's centres by local authority

    Download details of the number of Sure Start children's centres in each local authority.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Tim Loughton speaks to the LSCB Chairs’ Network conference

    Children and Families' Minister Tim Loughton speaks to Local Safeguarding Children Board representatives.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Savings accounts for all children in long-term care

    More than 55,000 of the most vulnerable young people in the UK are set to benefit from a new savings account, with an initial payment of £200, the Department for Education announced today.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • A Call to Action Health Visitor Implementation Plan Summary Progress Report

    Securing a future health visiting service that is universal, energised and fit for long-term growth requires prompt action and investment.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Martin Narey article in 'The Times' on adoption

    Martin Narey writing in 'The Times': 'A fresh start is vital to reform near-ludicrous adoption rules'.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Review to improve the training and qualifications for people working in the early years

    An independent review to strengthen training, qualifications and career opportunities of people working in early education and childcare is launched.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Safeguarding children who may have been trafficked: guidelines published

    Updated guidance, Safeguarding Children who may have been Trafficked, was today published jointly by the Home Office and the Department for Education.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Free parenting classes to be offered to over 50,000 mothers and fathers

    Children’s Minister Sarah Teather will tomorrow announce that the Government will trial free parenting classes in three areas of the country, aiming to reach over 50,000 parents.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • PM launches Parentport website

    Website gives parents a place to air their concerns about inappropriate products, adverts or services.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government