It has been 20 years since the Spending Review committed more than £450 million for the first Sure Start Centres.
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Damian Hinds, you've had 100 days of introductions and meetings, now time for action
Parents take to parliament to demand action on government cuts to children's services
When it comes to forgetting about children’s centres the Government’s time is up
Councillors across the country think the Government isn't doing enough when it comes to early years family support.
Struggle, stigma … success? What it’s like to be a young parent today
Young parents, like any other parents, want the absolute best for their children, but it's not always that easy.
Revolving Door: Are vulnerable children overlooked?
Our new research puts the spotlight on an estimated 140,000 children who are overlooked on the fringes of social care.
Stuck in the blocks: why we need to do more on child development
The need for a great start isn’t restricted to the athletics track.
Charity Action for Children responds to the LGA’s funding gap research
We respond to new analysis by the Local Government Association.
The best way to make a difference is to prevent problems at the outset
Posted by Meredith Davis /
Wednesday 08 March 2017 / Early intervention, Autumn statement, Children's centres, Public Affairs, Government spending, Inequality
While the budget included some much needed respite for adult’s social care there was no mention of support for children.
Fighting loneliness as part of the Jo Cox Loneliness Commission
Posted by Kate Mulley /
Tuesday 31 January 2017 / Care leavers, Child neglect, Children's centres, Children in care, Early intervention, Inequality, Mental health, Parental depression, Participation
The Jo Cox Loneliness Commission is starting a conversation across the country – and you’re invited to join in.
Chancellor, tomorrow’s success is being born today!
Posted by Chloe Hardy /
Wednesday 23 November 2016 / Autumn statement, Children's centres, Cost of living, Government spending, Public Affairs, Inequality
Today’s autumn statement made big promises for infrastructure, but our future depends on more than roads and broadband.
