Children in care feel ‘safe and supported’ – with plans to go further

Children in care feel ‘safe and supported’ – with plans to go further john.day Mon 12/10/2026 3:20pm 12 October 2026 Children and young people Children and young people in care in Central Bedfordshire have told an independent review that they feel safe, listened to and supported – with a new plan now agreed to build on that experience and make support more consistent for every child. The Local Government Association (LGA) spoke directly to children and young people as part of an independent review of our role as a corporate parent – the responsibility we have to look after and support children in our care and young people leaving care. Young people spoke positively about the relationships they have with the professionals who support them and said they feel encouraged to achieve their ambitions. The review found committed staff and leaders, strong partnership working and that we value the voices of children and young people. The review also identified where support can be strengthened further, and our Executive has now approved an improvement plan in response. For children and young people, this will mean a greater focus on consistent and trusting relationships with the people suppo

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