The Centre for Research on Children and Families has completed and 18 year study which followed up 65 children placed for adoption under the age of 4. This study has found that for the vast majority, adoption has worked well in providing a loving and supportive family base.
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Home Secretary, Theresa May has announced that the head of childrens charity NSPCC is to head a review of 20 years of child sex abuse allegations,for the period 1979-1999.
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The Fostering Network has marked Fostering in Scotland Day by highlighting the important work carried out by thousands of foster families across the country.
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More than 96,000 people interested in giving a vulnerable child a stable, loving home in England and Wales have contacted First4Adoption in just 12 months, according to recent Government figures.
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Scottish Government’s plans to improve child protection by introducing a “named person” for every child in Scotland looks set to face a legal challenge, reports the Scotsman.
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