Member

The financial case for supporting adoptive parents is compelling. Research by the Consortium of Voluntary Adoption Agencies UK shows that in 2021 adoption saved the economy £4.2 billion through improvements in children’s health, education and employment prospects, compared to the outcomes for children who remained in care or other placements. The CVAA also found that at least £1.3 million-worth of value is created when each child is adopted, underscoring the societal and economic benefits of increasing adoption numbers. I have raised the glaring gap in the financial support system several times in recent months. I have raised it with Ministers in a very constructive debate in Westminster Hall and with the Leader of the House, who recommended I table an amendment to this Bill.