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Ofsted finds weak leadership is failing children in social care
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29 Jun 16
Weak leadership in England’s child services is letting down the most vulnerable children in society, according to an Ofsted report.
Trust set to run children’s services in Birmingham
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25 May 16
Children’s services in Birmingham are to be run by a voluntary trust under plans announced by the city council.
Laming to lead review of offending by children in care
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23 Jun 15
Lord Laming is to chair an independent review considering why looked-after children are over-represented in the criminal justice system in England and Wales.
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