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Fixing the children’s social care market: The consequences of a broken care market

Society
United Kingdom
Started April 30, 2026

Fixing the children’s social care market: The consequences of a broken care market melissa.ittoo Thu, 30/04/2026 - 14:15 16 Report chapter Amber Dellar Institute for Government Yes Public services Social care Public sector Public spending Local government Education and skills Labour Starmer government Department for Education No Many children live in placements that do not meet their needs. The government’s reforms are promising, but rely on more joined-up public services. Children are too of...

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CLAIM Posted by will • Apr 30, 2026
Government reforms in children's social care may look good on paper, but without adequate funding, they are unlikely to make a real difference.
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CLAIM Posted by will • Apr 30, 2026
A joined-up approach among public services is necessary, but achieving this is a complex challenge that may take years to implement effectively.
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CLAIM Posted by will • Apr 30, 2026
Investing in a reformed children’s social care market is essential to ensure every child receives the tailored support they need for healthy development.
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CLAIM Posted by will • Apr 30, 2026
The current placements for children in care are inadequate; we must prioritize immediate reforms to protect vulnerable children from further harm.
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CLAIM Posted by will • Apr 30, 2026
Relying solely on government reforms to fix the broken care market overlooks the need for community involvement and private sector innovation.
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