Member

These are the reforms to deliver the best placements for children, but the journey does not end there. We must give young people leaving care the right support as they make the transition to adult life. I was pleased to co-chair the ministerial care leaver board alongside the Deputy Prime Minister earlier this month. We will drive forward action across government, and we will expand the Staying Close programme into a national entitlement of enhanced practical and emotional support for care leavers.