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Policy reports

We help decision-makers think about the needs of children and young people. Search our reports for research and recommendations on the important issues

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A Place to Call Home: Understanding what makes a good home for children in care across the UK

Every child in the care system deserves a safe, loving home. In this report, we uncover what constitutes high quality care and what step governments can take to help more children in care.

09 September 2024
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The Educational Outcomes of Children Referred to Children's Social Care

The latest report in our Revolving Door series reveals wide school attainment gaps for children with a social care referral

Sam Atwell - Senior Policy Advisor 22 August 2023
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The cost of delaying reform to children's social care

One year on from the Care Review, new analysis reveals that the cost of children’s social care is rising due to government delays in implementing reforms across England.

22 May 2023
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Our response to the government's 'Stable Homes, Built on Love' consultation

We welcome the actions the government is taking to support vulnerable children, but greater investment will be needed to turn the system around.

Jessica Ford - Senior Policy Advisor 10 May 2023
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The future of care: A young person's vision

As the Care Review releases its final report, we want to make sure that the opinions and experiences of children in care shape changes to the system

16 May 2022
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Importance of the £20 a week Universal Credit increase

Latest research from Action for Children and Child Poverty Action Group reveals the importance of the £20 increase to Universal Credit for families after years of cuts to social security

06 September 2021
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Childhood during coronavirus report

Children shouldn't have to live in poverty and hardship. But coronavirus means the risks are greater than ever

09 October 2020
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Covid-19 and early help

The biggest challenges from coronavirus are yet to come. We must act now to protect children

16 June 2020
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Choose Childhood report on childhood in the UK

Childhood is under threat. Our research reveals the scale of the problem - and what needs to change

03 July 2019