Written Question·Department for Education·UIN 195388
Children in Care
Tabled: 20 July 2023
Answered: 8 September 2023
Question
Bridget Phillipson
Labour — Houghton and Sunderland South
To ask the Secretary of State for Education, with reference to her Department's annual report and accounts for 2022/23, published in July 2023, what steps she is taking to mitigate the risk 4 on looked-after children placement market failure.
Answer
Local authorities have a duty to ensure there are enough places for their children in care. This year, councils have up to £59.7 billion available for their services, including children’s social care. This is a 9.4% increase in cash terms compared to 2022...
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