bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
The world economy in a period of great turmoil
Authors: Grigor'ev Leonid , Makarov Igor' , Kurdin Aleksandr , Bobylev Sergey , Golyashev Aleksandr , Gurvich Evsey , Ivaschenko Aleksey , Ivanov Sergey , Kashin Vasiliy , Makarova Ekaterina , Mitrova Tat'yana , Podrugina Anastasiya , Sinyavskaya Oksana , Tyutyuryukov Vladimir , Ivanova Natal'ya
Published: October 2022

The monograph is devoted to the main trends in the development of the world economy between the two crises: The Great Recession of 2008-2009 and the crisis of 2020-2021 caused by the coronavirus pandemic. The authors reveal numerous contradictions that accumulated in the global economy during this period and reached their peak by the time the pandemic began. These contradictions are grouped into four groups corresponding to the sections: structural problems affecting the nature of economic growth; contradictions in the development of the financial system; problems of social development and the evolution of the welfare state; energy and resource-environmental problems. The authors demonstrate that the economic turmoil, the growth of political tension within the leading countries and the intensification of conflict in international relations in recent years are largely a reflection of humanity's inability to find an answer to these and other contradictions. The system of global regulation, which has entered a period of deep crisis, is particularly unable to keep up with the changes taking place in the global economy.
It is the result of a three-year research project implemented at the Faculty of World Economy and World Politics of the National Research University Higher School of Economics. The team of authors includes 18 authors from Russian and foreign universities, research centers and international organizations who are recognized experts on various problems of the world economy. The chapters prepared by them are structured according to a single logic: from problem formulation to a review
of theories, a description of existing approaches to solving problems, obstacles in their implementation and, ultimately, to identifying key challenges of the future. Such a structure allows us to present a comprehensive picture of the form in which the world economy has come to a critical moment of its development.
For students and postgraduates of economic specialties. It will be useful for teachers developing courses on the world economy and its individual aspects, as well as for the general public interested in global challenges and problems.
Countering crimes committed in the field of information technology
Authors: Andreev Aleksey , Gonchar Vladimir , Gorach Nikolay , Gusev Dmitriy , Dayshutov Mihail , Dzhafarova Naylya , Dmitrenko Andrey , Dolbilov Aleksey , Zaharov Dmitriy , Ivanov Dmitriy , Klishina Natal'ya , Lyuban Vladislav , Molchanova Tat'yana , Mysina Anastasiya , Russkevich Evgeniy , Sabitov Ruslan , Smirnov Igor' , Tarasov Dmitriy , Himicheva Ol'ga , Sharov Aleksandr , Cimbal Vitaliy , Grigor'ev Vitaliy
Published: October 2022

The textbook discusses the main issues related to the specifics of countering crimes in the field of information technology.
The team of authors uses an integrated approach to the training of specialists engaged in countering crimes in this area for the internal affairs bodies of the Russian Federation. Administrative-legal,
criminal-legal, criminal-procedural, criminalistic, criminological, operational-search, organizational-legal and organizational-technical aspects of the activities of law enforcement officers to counter illegal activities in the field of information technology are reflected.
Meets the requirements of the federal state educational standards of higher education of the latest generation.
For teachers, cadets, trainees and students of educational institutions of legal and technical profile, as well as law enforcement officers specializing in countering illegal activities in the field of information technology.
Criteria for checking the deviation of the distribution from the normal law. Application Guide
Authors: lemeshko Boris
Published: October 2022

The monograph discusses the application of statistical criteria aimed at testing the hypothesis that the analyzed data belongs to the normal law of probability distribution. Special criteria, nonparametric criteria of agreement and criteria of type χ2 are considered and compared. The disadvantages and advantages of various criteria are indicated. Tables containing percentage points and statistical distribution models necessary for the correct application of criteria are given.
In comparison with the first edition, the set of considered special criteria of normality has been significantly expanded. The entire set of criteria is ranked by power relative to a number of closely competing hypotheses, which facilitates the selection of the most preferred criteria. It is shown that in applications, the properties of criteria can change significantly due to the presence of rounding errors and this must be taken into account when forming statistical conclusions.
Following the recommendations when analyzing data will ensure the correctness of statistical conclusions and increase their validity.
It is designed for specialists who, in one way or another, encounter in their activities issues of statistical data analysis, processing of experimental results, the use of statistical methods to analyze various aspects and trends of the surrounding reality. It will be useful for engineers, researchers, specialists of various profiles (physicians, biologists, sociologists, economists, etc.), university teachers, graduate students and students.
Business and children's rights
Authors: Anderson Kirsten
Published: October 2022

Kirsten Anderson, legal research and policy manager at Coram Children's Legal Centre, examines a child's right to access a remedy for rights violations caused by transnational business operations
Pathfinders to lead efforts to meet September SEN reforms deadline
Authors: McCardle Laura
Published: October 2022

A number of local authorities that have piloted reforms to the SEN system over recent years are to help remaining areas to get the assessment and support systems in place for the start of the new school year
Classroom counsellor
Authors: McCardle Laura
Published: October 2022

Laura McCardle meets Catherine Roche, chief executive of Place2Be
A Day with the Pre-Birth Intervention Service
Authors: Józwiak Gabriella
Published: October 2022

Durham's multiple award-winning Pre-Birth Intervention Service aims to ensure the best possible start in life for babies born to high risk families. Gabriella Józwiak went to meet the team to find out how it works
Childminders quit in light of agency changes
Authors: McCardle Laura
Published: October 2022

The recent fall in the number of registered childminders could be linked to Ofsted's agency inspection plans, say sector experts
Councils face up to young carer duties
Authors: Puffett Neil
Published: October 2022

Local authorities face much work to be ready to deliver the “whole-family” approach to assessing carers' needs
Lessons in Parenting
Authors: Rogers Emily
Published: October 2022

Many people believe all parents would benefit from some kind of training. Emily Rogers, mother of two young children, records her experiences of a 10-session parenting course and explores the concept of universal classes for every family
Mutual appreciation
Authors: McCardle Laura
Published: October 2022

Laura McCardle meets Sandra Richardson, chief executive of Knowsley Youth Mutual
Support children post adoption
Authors: Friday Claire
Published: October 2022

Ensuring the needs of adopted children and young people are recognised and understood is important for all children's professionals
Government action plan ramps up efforts to protect children from FGM
Authors: Puffett Neil
Published: October 2022

Additional funding and raft of legal changes will offer greater protection against female genital mutilation, but many of the measures could be hard to deliver and have unintended consequences, warn experts
Play England ups its game plan
Authors: Lepper Joe
Published: October 2022

As Play Wales prepares for closure, its English counterpart forges new links to boost play opportunities
Social workers face test of skills
Authors: Puffett Neil
Published: October 2022

Knowledge and Skills Statement aims to improve the quality of all newly qualified social workers
Sexual abuse: tackling allegations
Authors: Freeman John
Published: October 2022

The child sexual exploitation revelations in Rotherham highlight challenges of leadership, says John Freeman
Policies would fail ‘family test’
Authors: Puffett Neil
Published: October 2022

Children's charities have criticised recent government reforms for being anything but family friendly
National Citizen Service sees steady progress amid concerns about cost
Authors: McCardle Laura
Published: October 2022

The number of young people taking part in the National Citizen Service rose by a third last year with the majority finding it a valuable learning experience, but some experts fear the high cost makes it unsustainable long term
Call for job training overhaul as Youth Contract limps to finish
Authors: McCardle Laura
Published: October 2022

Training providers and employers say that some elements of the Youth Contract have worked well, but that more radical solutions are needed in the future if youth unemployment is to be overcome
Councils grapple with race issue
Authors: McCardle Laura
Published: October 2022

The role of race in recent scandals highlights problems with how practitioners handle such concerns
‘Parental involvement’ presumption
Authors: Anderson Kirsten
Published: October 2022

Kirsten Anderson, legal research and policy manager at Coram Children's Legal Centre, examines an amendment to Clause 11 of the Children and Families Bill that clarifies “parental involvement”
Popularity of youth zones prompts ambitions plans for expansion
Authors: McCardle Laura
Published: October 2022

Described as a “partnership between local authorities, communities, young people and the private sector”, youth zones are spreading, prompting some to ponder if they could be the model of youth work for the future
Labour outlines plans for sector
Authors: Puffett Neil
Published: October 2022

Improved early years health services and support in developing young people's skills are among the party's proposals
Rescuing Girls from Sexual Violence
Authors: Hunt Louise
Published: October 2022

Police and youth charities are warning about an increase in the use of sexual violence by gangs against young women. Louise Hunt visits one project working with young people to halt this alarming trend
Cost of foster care recruitment explored: agencies vs in-house
Authors: Puffett Neil
Published: October 2022

Public sector consultant Impower has calculated that local authorities could save £150m by placing more fostered children with their own carers, but independent providers say its analysis of the costs and benefits is flawed
Revenge porn laws: key questions
Authors: McCardle Laura
Published: October 2022

Young people who share explicit images of others risk being prosecuted under new legislation
Rights of migrant care leavers
Authors: Dorling Kamena
Published: October 2022

Without permanent immigration status, young migrant or refugee care leavers face an uncertain time, says Kamena Dorling, policy and programmes manager, Coram Children's Legal Centre
Children's services merger pays dividends
Authors: Hayes Derren
Published: October 2022

Creating a social enterprise to provide children's services in Kingston and Richmond councils is delivering benefits six months in, says its chief
Young and at-risk saved on the street
Authors: McCardle Laura
Published: October 2022

YMCA street youth work project is engaging at-risk young people to fill the void left by council funding cuts
Children's overnight stays in cells
Authors: Anderson Kirsten
Published: October 2022

Thousands of children spend a night in police detention before appearing in court. Kirsten Anderson, legal research and policy manager at Coram Children's Legal Centre, examines the law on detention
Life After Statements
Authors: Goddard Charlotte
Published: October 2022

Sweeping changes to special educational needs policy are on the horizon. Charlotte Goddard examines what the reforms will mean for the many families who currently struggle to get support
Childcare sector supports calls to raise workforce standards
Authors: McCardle Laura
Published: October 2022

Improvements in pay, status and support for early years staff must all be forthcoming if a higher minimum entry standard to the profession is to be considered, say providers who are also calling for more investment
Confusion on purpose and role leaves children's centres facing uncertainty
Authors: McCardle Laura
Published: October 2022

With local authority budgets being squeezed and children's centre numbers falling, charities, think-tanks and children's services leaders say greater clarity on their role is needed if they are to thrive in the future
Learning through the Lottery
Authors: Hayes Derren
Published: October 2022

Derren Hayes meets Dawn Austwick, chief executive of the Big Lottery Fund
Raising the Participation Bar
Authors: Goddard Charlotte
Published: October 2022

Young people will soon be required to stay in education or training up to 18, with a key supporting role for local authorities. Charlotte Goddard looks at what councils are doing to fulfil their obligations
Study to put outsourcing on a plate for struggling children's services
Authors: Puffett Neil
Published: October 2022

The government-commissioned review of outsourcing of children's services aims to identify best practice improvement models involving voluntary and commercial providers that councils can turn to quickly when problems are entrenched
Court anonymity for young people
Authors: Anderson Kirsten
Published: October 2022

Kirsten Anderson, legal research and policy manager at Coram Children's Legal Centre discusses a ruling that children previously involved in court proceedings can be named in the media after they turn 18
Understanding the factors driving the increase in care applications
Authors: Hayes Derren
Published: October 2022

Care applications are back on the rise, with latest figures showing they grew five per cent in 2014/15. Children's services leaders give their views on what issues have influenced the rise and whether it will continue
Migrants' access to healthcare
Authors: Dorling Kamena
Published: October 2022

Kamena Dorling, Coram Children's Legal Centre's policy and programmes manager, raises concerns about recent restrictions on migrants' access to healthcare which present a barrier to children's wellbeing
Gove faces test on rights plan
Authors: Puffett Neil
Published: October 2022

Plans for a 320-place secure college and changes to human rights legislation top the justice agenda
Training scheme raises the bar
Authors: Hayes Derren
Published: October 2022

How will the new apprenticeship for children's services work and what opportunities will it bring?
Troubled Families: how effective has it been?
Authors: Davies Keith
Published: October 2022

A government taskforce is to review the Troubled Families programme, but questions remain over its effectiveness, says a leading academic
Councils told to set up regional agencies to increase adoptions
Authors: Puffett Neil
Published: October 2022

Creating regional adoption agencies could help local authorities find permanent homes for the hardest-to-place children, improve post-adoption support services and reduce overall costs of provision, say experts
Understanding virtual self-harm
Authors: Corish Ken
Published: October 2022

The internet has become another means for young people to inflict self-harm, and recognising this can help professionals prevent it
Spending the pupil premium wisely
Authors: Brown Jess
Published: October 2022

National Audit Office wants schools to use more evidence-backed interventions to boost pupil attainment
Making the Most of Summer
Authors: Lepper Joe
Published: October 2022

Ten top tips for delivering effective youth work schemes during the summer months. Compiled by Joe Lepper
Children's charity closures prompt leaders to call for investigation
Authors: Puffett Neil
Published: October 2022

The collapse of Kids Company and the British Association for Adoption & Fostering has raised questions over the charities' management. CYP Now assesses the factors behind the closures and what impact they will have
Police leaders identify priorities
Authors: Hayes Derren
Published: October 2022

A new strategy sets out four key areas that the police service must improve for children and young people
Adoptions dip sharply as issues over special guardianship orders emerge
Authors: Puffett Neil
Published: October 2022

Department for Education report points to link between a drop in adoptions in favour of SGOs, with unsuitable placements made because of a desire by family courts to place the child within the wider family
Rebuilder of Birmingham
Authors: Hayes Derren
Published: October 2022

Derren Hayes meets Lord Warner, Birmingham children's commissioner
Managing workplace stress
Authors: Mamo Emma
Published: October 2022

Employers must be aware of how stress can negatively affect the wellbeing of their staff, and the steps they can take to manage it
Review Set to Reveal Gove Plans
Authors: Puffett Neil
Published: October 2022

Youth justice experts say education of young offenders must not dominate the review of the system
Caring for Refugee Children
Authors: Dorling Kamena
Published: October 2022

Kamena Dorling, policy and programmes manager at Coram Children's Legal Centre, examines the UK government's response to the refugee crisis and foster care provision for refugee children
Cameron Speech Reignites Debate over Children's Services ‘Market’
Authors: Hayes Derren
Published: October 2022

The Prime Minister highlighted children's social care as ripe for reform in a speech this month, with failing services handed to trusts or other providers to run. Children's services experts give their views on what this means for the years ahead
Census shows measures taken in response to children's centre cuts
Authors: Brown Jess
Published: October 2022

4Children's annual census of children's centres shows two-thirds have had a budget cut. As a result, providers are having to cut provision, target it at those most in need and charge for previously free services to make ends meet
Care still a barrier to university
Authors: Offord Adam
Published: October 2022

With a drop in the number of care leavers going to university, new initiatives aim to raise academic aspirations
Guidance on pupil exclusions
Authors: Reeve Kelly
Published: October 2022

Can pupils be prevented from progressing from year 12 to year 13 at college if they do not achieve good grades? Kelly Reeve, team leader of the Child Law Advice Service, examines the applicable guidance
Youth-led health promotion
Authors: Sheppard Alix
Published: October 2022

Actively involving young people in developing policies for a healthy lifestyle should be something all youth organisations do
Signs of Progress in Doncaster
Authors: Hayes Derren
Published: October 2022

Head of Doncaster's children's trust says improvements have been made, but warns it is not “out of the woods”
Ofsted Problems Mount Up over Children's Services Inspections
Authors: Hayes Derren , Puffett Neil
Published: October 2022

Stretched resources, raised expectations and distrust among the social care sector are some of the problems to hit Ofsted recently. Children's services experts outline what the inspectorate needs to do to get back on track
Amendment addresses grooming
Authors: Roest Jennifer
Published: October 2022

Jennifer Roest, research and projects officer at Coram Children's Legal Centre, discusses a proposed amendment aimed at criminalising adults sending sexual messages to children and young people
What practitioners need to know about FGM mandatory reporting
Authors: Puffett Neil
Published: October 2022

In a bid to end female genital mutilation, the government plans to introduce legislation before the general election to make reporting of FGM mandatory. But what are the implications for children's professionals?
Uniform growth strategy
Authors: Hayes Derren
Published: October 2022

Derren Hayes meets Lindsay Levkoff Lynn, chief executive of Youth United Foundation
Blocked from higher education
Authors: Dorling Kamena
Published: October 2022

Kamena Dorling, head of policy and programmes at Coram Children's Legal Centre, explains why proposed changes to student support regulations are so significant for young people with immigration issues
Failing local authorities warned: ‘improve or face intervention’
Authors: Brown Jess , Hayes Derren
Published: October 2022

Ministers give “inadequate” children's services departments six months to improve or face having social care removed; plans for improvement bodies also unveiled alongside review of safeguarding boards
Childcare recruitment crisis risks creating shortage of placements
Authors: Brown Jess
Published: October 2022

Recruitment of early years staff is falling fast as a result of the planned introduction of tougher qualification standards, prompting many experts to call for them to be scrapped or face a shortage in childcare places
Breaking autism's work barrier
Authors: Brown Jess
Published: October 2022

Jess Brown meets Jolanta Lasota, chief executive of Ambitious about Autism
OUTDOOR LEARNING
Authors: Hayes Derren
Published: October 2022

As public policy and research evidence highlights major benefits of outdoor learning for children, their access to the outside world is diminishing, but practitioners are developing innovative ways to engage
Children and Social Work Bill: main measures, key questions
Authors: Puffett Neil
Published: October 2022

Sector leaders explain how proposals in the Children and Social Work Bill could affect care leavers, safeguarding and adoption services, as well as the impact they will have for social workers and councils
First Youth Mutuals Prosper by Extending Reach and Expertise
Authors: Offord Adam
Published: October 2022

Since taking on the running of youth work in Knowsley and Kensington and Chelsea, youth mutuals have increased income, maintained services and reduced overheads, but it has not been an easy transition, say those in charge
Outstanding Leadership Practice in Children's Services Identified
Authors: Hayes Derren
Published: October 2022

Ofsted had made visits to a small number of high-performing organisations in a bid to capture some essential attributes and strong examples of excellent leadership practice in children's services across the country
Social worker practice test: the implications of trial findings
Authors: Puffett Neil
Published: October 2022

One in five practitioners trialling the social worker accreditation system failed the test, prompting concerns it is too tough. Children's leaders are split over where the bar needs to sit for the test to improve standards
Reporting of abuse and neglect: options, arguments and impact
Authors: Puffett Neil
Published: October 2022

Government consultation puts forward two possible systems for children's professionals to report abuse and neglect. Campaigners and leaders say the plans go too far, but are split on whether they will increase referrals and costs
New early years funding formula creates uncertainty for councils
Authors: Brown Jess
Published: October 2022

Proposed childcare funding arrangements to raise uptake of the free entitlement will see councils having to pass more money to providers, which could affect the amount of area-wide support they offer to boost provision, say experts
Councils face increased pressure to respond to child refugee crisis
Authors: Offord Adam
Published: October 2022

Kent Council is struggling to cope with a major rise in the number of unaccompanied asylum-seeking children it is caring for, to the point where the government is preparing to force other authorities to share the burden
EVALUATING EARLY INTERVENTION
Authors: Lepper Joe
Published: October 2022

Intervening early can prevent problems escalating and save money in the long term. But how do services demonstrate this? Joe Lepper asked a range of experts for advice on effective evaluation
Alternatives to screen play
Authors: Iddon Carol
Published: October 2022

Overuse of screen-based entertainment can hinder children's development and wellbeing so alternatives should be encouraged
Providers warn over 30-hour costs
Authors: Brown Jess
Published: October 2022

Early years groups raise concerns over government proposals to reform funding of free childcare
Sharing the asylum responsibility
Authors: Hayes Derren
Published: October 2022

Kent council warns scheme to disperse unaccompanied asylum-seeking children more evenly is not working
What kind of family support can avert looming care system crisis?
Authors: Puffett Neil
Published: October 2022

Record rise in number of care applications has prompted England's most senior family court judge to warn of a looming “crisis”. He says efforts must focus on intensive support for struggling families to prevent care proceedings
Support fund cap raises concerns over breakdown of adoptions
Authors: Puffett Neil
Published: October 2022

A huge rise in demand has forced the government to limit money available through the Adoption Support Fund, prompting calls from experts for a long-term solution to be found that ensures families can receive the help they need
Ofsted's education all-rounder
Authors: Brown Jess
Published: October 2022

Jess Brown meets Sean Harford, Ofsted's director for education
Assessments of primary children
Authors: Brown Jess
Published: October 2022

Professionals outline what they want from the government's consultation on assessing pupils in reception
Youth work employment changes: key questions and implications
Authors: Offord Adam
Published: October 2022

Longstanding arrangement that has seen employers and unions jointly agree youth workers' pay and conditions looks set to end, raising concerns over a reduction in wages and standards of professional practice
Councils launch innovative ways to trial expanded free childcare offer
Authors: Brown Jess
Published: October 2022

Matching childcare to local employers' needs, offering more care at weekends and funding provision all year round are the focus of some of the areas testing delivery of 30 hours per week of free childcare
Voice for the vulnerable
Authors: Brown Jess
Published: October 2022

Jess Brown meets Carolyne Willow, director of Article 39
The future of children's services: proactive, predictive and digital
Authors: Hayes Derren
Published: October 2022

If children's services are to deliver improved outcomes with declining resources, the sector must embrace technology, joint working and volunteers, says Pillars and Foundations, a radical paper from the ADCS
Council guide to short breaks
Authors: Brown Jess
Published: October 2022

Charities develop a toolkit to help councils deliver effective short breaks for families with disabled children
FDAC works to keep families united
Authors: Dorling Kamena
Published: October 2022

Kamena Dorling, head of policy and programmes at Coram Children's Legal Centre, looks at the role of the Family, Drug and Alcohol Court in keeping children with their families and cost-savings its work can bring
Could specialist regional centres solve CAMHS access problems?
Authors: Brown Jess
Published: October 2022

More evidence has emerged of the difficulties young people in some parts of the country have in getting treatment for mental health problems, prompting some experts to call for the creation of specialist regional centres
Foundations to spur youth services
Authors: Offord Adam
Published: October 2022

Camden is latest to create a charitable foundation in a bid to increase capacity in voluntary youth provision
Big-Picture Inspection: Guide To The New Jtai
Authors: Lepper Joe
Published: October 2022

New Joint Targeted Area Inspections to assess how different agencies are working together to support vulnerable children have just been launched. Joe Lepper explores how they work
Reforming alternative provision
Authors: Reeve Kelly
Published: October 2022

Kelly Reeve, senior legal consultant for the Child Law Advice Service, examines the recent proposals for reforming alternative provision and the impact this might have for children at risk of exclusion
Legal implications of sexting among children
Authors: Reeve Kelly
Published: October 2022

Kelly Reeve, senior legal consultant and team leader for the Child Law Advice Service, examines how the law stands around sexting
Play and Playwork
Authors: Hayes Derren
Published: October 2022

Play secured a funding spurt and national strategy a decade ago, but austerity put paid to much of its ambition. Yet new initiatives and spaces for children to play are vital to social and emotional wellbeing
RESIDENTIAL CHILD CARE
Authors: Hayes Derren
Published: October 2022

Lauded for the essential role it plays in the lives of vulnerable young people, the residential child care sector faces increasing financial challenges if it is to continue to deliver quality therapeutic provision
Plan to tackle disproportionality
Authors: Puffett Neil
Published: October 2022

Justice experts react to review recommendations on ways to reduce offending by BAME young people
Commissioning: Change management
Authors: Selwyn Richard
Published: October 2022

Delivering effective change programmes means being able to identify and solve problems you encounter, says Richard Selwyn
Social mobility's early opportunities
Authors: Broomé Ellen
Published: October 2022

First six areas delivering social mobility initiative will focus on language and literacy development
Resettling Syrian child refugees
Authors: Tyler Pip
Published: October 2022

New guide offers advice on how councils can help Syrian refugee families successfully adjust to UK life
Participation and co-production
Authors: Selwyn Richard
Published: October 2022

To make engagement meaningful, commissioners must help children to participate in shaping services, says Richard Selwyn
Local authority foster care
Authors: Stephenson Jo
Published: October 2022

The number of local authority foster placements rose last year, with Ofsted analysis showing most councils delivering high-quality services with improvements in placement stability and post-18 support
Making volunteering a habit
Authors: Hayes Derren
Published: October 2022

Research has identified the key factors that influence long-term social action among young people
Fixing CAMHS funding shortage
Authors: Bailey Dame Sue , Knightsmith Pooky
Published: October 2022

Experts say a new approach to CAMHS funding is vital to ensure investment reaches the frontline
What progress for SLCN support?
Authors: Gross Jean
Published: October 2022

Review of support for child speech, language and communication needs will assess if provision has improved
Spending returns revamp will lead to better decisions for children
Authors: Freeman John
Published: October 2022

Study finds section 251 returns system to record education and children's services spending produces data that is often inaccurate and of little use. John Freeman says only an overhaul of the process will deliver improvements
Social Workers on the Witness Stand
Authors: Fursland Eileen
Published: October 2022

Giving evidence in court can be a daunting experience for social workers. Eileen Fursland looks at the challenges and sees first-hand the training on offer
Trafficking and safe passages
Authors: Trevena Frances
Published: October 2022

Frances Trevena, head of policy and programmes at Coram Children's Legal Centre, considers a report that highlights failings in the UK government's response to addressing child trafficking
Ofsted aims for more accurate measure of social care services
Authors: Puffett Neil
Published: October 2022

Proposals to overhaul children's services inspections include plans for a more proportionate system that targets struggling councils. Ofsted's Eleanor Schooling says overall rating may be scrapped to boost transparency
The social action energiser
Authors: Hayes Derren
Published: October 2022

Derren Hayes talks to Steve Holliday, chair of the youth full-time social action review
Guide to tackling CSA in schools
Authors: Hayes Derren
Published: October 2022

Schools are vital in educating about child sexual abuse, but too many do not discuss it, research shows
SOCIAL WORK WITH CHILDREN AND FAMILIES
Authors: Hayes Derren
Published: October 2022

Social workers are among the most important people in the lives of vulnerable children, so a number of initiatives are aimed at re-energising a profession dogged by high caseloads and recruitment difficulties
The factors driving the increase in children educated at home
Authors: Hayes Derren
Published: October 2022

The rise in children being educated at home is partly blamed on schools failing to adequately support pupils with additional needs, and has raised concerns councils will struggle to monitor their safety and wellbeing
Scaling up interventions
Authors: Clark Hayley
Published: October 2022

Once the value of an innovative intervention for children and families has been recognised, the next step is to effectively implement and replicate it on a scale that can benefit even more people
Focus on 30 hours limits places for disadvantaged two-year-olds
Authors: Hayes Derren
Published: October 2022

Research shows take-up of funded childcare for disadvantaged two-year-olds lags far behind that of three- and four-year-olds. Providers say insufficient funding makes it uneconomical to create two-year-old places
How to rebrand an organisation
Authors: Hay Joanne
Published: October 2022

A successful rebrand is more than just a cosmetic makeover. It should take you to the heart of what your organisation is all about, how you communicate to funders and ensure you gain more support than ever
Young people gain knowledge and skills from taking over museums for the day
Authors: Bowyer Alison
Published: October 2022

Provider Takeover Day

Name Kids in Museums

Summary Charity-run project supports disadvantaged children and young people to undertake roles in museums for a day to increase understanding, break down social barriers and develop confidence.
Resolving childcare apprenticeship
Authors: Hayes Derren
Published: October 2022

Providers' groups say more must be done to ensure childcare apprenticeship works for employers
Social media and mental health
Authors: Hayes Derren
Published: October 2022

Experts say review of children's social media use must include technical issues and access to education
NOURISHING GROWING MINDS AND BODIES
Authors: Goddard Charlotte
Published: October 2022

Childhood obesity continues to be a major problem across the UK. Charlotte Goddard explores the role nurseries and childcare settings can play in establishing healthy eating habits from an early age
Young ambassadors use green spaces to bring their communities together
Authors: Aplin Stacey
Published: October 2022

Name Inclusive Spaces

Provider Groundwork

Summary The national community charity's Young Green Ambassadors network developed an awareness week that promoted equal access to green spaces
School child neglect procedures
Authors: Stephenson Jo
Published: October 2022

Updated government guidance aims to improve how schools respond to child neglect, reports Jo Stephenson. NSPCC expert outlines what schools should do to meet the new standards that Ofsted will inspect against
Council homelessness failings
Authors: Dorling Kamena
Published: October 2022

Kamena Dorling, head of policy and public affairs at Coram, examines the lessons from a recent ombudsman investigation into the accommodation of a vulnerable homeless 17-year-old boy
Infants in care proceedings
Authors: Badnall-Neill Toni
Published: October 2022

Toni Badnall-Neill explains how commissioning can support better outcomes for very young children taken into care
Childcare feels the Brexit effect
Authors: Tanuku Purnima
Published: October 2022

Childcare's reliance on staff from the EU means Brexit could exacerbate early years workforce crisis
Birmingham enters trust era
Authors: Hayes Derren
Published: October 2022

Getting out of “inadequate” by end of the year is the first target for Birmingham's new children's trust
Serious Violence Strategy: experts advocate earlier interventions
Authors: Hayes Derren
Published: October 2022

Amid a rise in knife crime, new Serious Violence Strategy is to fund projects working with young people at risk of involvement with gangs. But experts say work with children needs to be in universal settings and start earlier
Retaining an ‘outstanding’ rating
Authors: Stephenson Jo
Published: October 2022

An ‘outstanding’ Ofsted judgment can take years of hard work. With nearly one in five early years settings having achieved this, what can leaders do to maintain the momentum, asks Jo Stephens0on
Support for homeless young people
Authors: Dorling Kamena
Published: October 2022

Kamena Dorling, head of policy and public affairs at Coram Children's Legal Centre, examines new government guidance on providing the right support for young people who are homeless
THE CRADLE TO CAREER NEIGHBOURHOOD PROJECT
Authors: Rogers Emily
Published: October 2022

The West London Zone offers targeted support to children and young people inspired by a similar project in Harlem, New York. Emily Rogers went to find out more and observe the scheme in action
Guide to contextual safeguarding
Authors: Hayes Derren
Published: October 2022

A project will deliver contextual safeguarding in three councils. What is it and how does it work?
Vulnerable children bear burnt of school exclusion increases
Authors: Puffett Neil
Published: October 2022

An education select committee report concludes a factor in rising levels of school exclusions is that vulnerable pupils are not getting the support they need. The government is being urged to back inclusive school policies
Spending Round: key measures for children and family services
Authors: Hayes Derren , Jacobs Nina
Published: October 2022

An extra £13bn is to be pumped into government departments in the next financial year, with local authorities and other providers of children's services set to benefit. Here, experts analyse what this means for provision
National system for post-custody housing
Authors: Puffett Neil
Published: October 2022

Amid concerns over the quality of support young offenders receive when released from custody, a report calls for fundamental changes
CHARACTER EDUCATION
Authors: Hayes Derren
Published: October 2022

Policymakers, educators and children's professionals are developing new ways to help young people learn and hone the positive character traits they need to overcome life's challenges and be good citizens
Home education safety fears
Authors: Parkes Joanne
Published: October 2022

ADCS survey highlights safeguarding measures councils are taking over home-educated children
Help volunteers support families
Authors: Buddery Paul
Published: October 2022

Volunteer mentor programmes for those on child protection or child in need plans can help local authorities to prevent statutory intervention and be the bridge to the wider community families need
Child abduction from the UK
Authors: Dorling Kamena
Published: October 2022

In the wake of a raft of changes to family law in the event of Brexit, Kamena Dorling, head of policy and public affairs, examines the legal framework around child abduction from the UK
Young people express their feelings through creating and publishing comics
Authors: Griffiths Rhiannon
Published: October 2022

Name Listen Up

Provider Comics Youth CIC

Summary Knowsley Council-backed community interest company supports vulnerable young people to create their own comic books and zines to express their concerns and hopes, and to help build resilience.
East Sussex County Council
Authors: Gallimore Stuart
Published: October 2022

High-performing council with a long-standing reputation for good practice comes to terms with budget black hole
Medway STC whistleblower calls for culture and practice reforms
Authors: Hayes Derren
Published: October 2022

Whistleblower who alerted authorities to abuse at Medway secure training centre says the review into the case shows there needs to be major changes to how staff work with young people before the issues will be resolved
Tackling lack of diversity in the children's services workforce
Authors: Hayes Derren
Published: October 2022

Two-thirds of social workers are white, but in some areas that figure is much higher. Leaders say work needs to be done to encourage more ethnic minorities into the sector in frontline and leadership roles
End of an era at Cafcass
Authors: Hayes Derren
Published: October 2022

Derren Hayes speaks to Anthony Douglas, outgoing Cafcass chief executive
Practice examples
Authors: Jacobs Nina
Published: October 2022

Navigators help families find way past domestic violence
Sharing the experience of care
Authors: Hayes Derren
Published: October 2022

Campaigners hope a conference for care-experienced people will help improve care policy and practice
Unregistered children's homes
Authors: Dorling Kamena
Published: October 2022

As the number of children being taken into care continues to rise, Kamena Dorling, head of policy and public affairs at Coram, looks at concerns regarding unregulated and unregistered children's homes
Decade of change: factors driving the rise in care during the 2010s
Authors: Simpson Fiona
Published: October 2022

Families under pressure due to austerity and more affected by addiction problems are two reasons for record numbers of children in care, while a legal ruling has seen adoptions fall and special guardianships increase
Study highlights beneficial impact of open access youth provision
Authors: Hayes Derren
Published: October 2022

The three-year Youth Investment Fund programme has supported the expansion of projects young people value and trust, but analysis shows inconsistent practice over collecting data and acting on feedback
ADVERSE CHILDHOOD EXPERIENCES
Authors: Hayes Derren
Published: October 2022

Research has shown that adverse childhood experiences (ACEs) can increase the risk of poor life outcomes, so policymakers and practitioners are developing new ways to prevent ACEs and support children at risk of them
Tackling foster carer decline
Authors: Hayes Derren
Published: October 2022

Councils and agencies must understand foster carers' needs better if they are to boost recruitment
Holiday hunger funding plans
Authors: Simpson Fiona
Published: October 2022

The government is providing £400m to tackle child hunger, but campaigners want more freedom over spending
School admissions framework
Authors: Oldershaw Richard
Published: October 2022

The current primary school admissions process continues to lead to poorer outcomes for the most vulnerable and disadvantaged children, says Richard Oldershaw of the Child Law Advice Service
CHILDREN'S SERVICES AND DEVOLUTION
Authors: Lepper Joe , Walker Andrew
Published: October 2022

Before coronavirus, the government promised a renewed focus on devolution of power to the English regions. Joe Lepper explores its impact on children's services to date and looks at what the future holds
COMMISSIONING – PLACEMENT PLANNING
Authors: Hayes Derren
Published: October 2022

How local authority children's services commissioners ensure sufficient high-quality placements for vulnerable children while navigating a complex series of social, political and financial pressures
Scheme helps children read pre-primary school
Authors: Brady Sarah
Published: October 2022

Volunteer programme in early years settings offers one-to-one support to disadvantaged children to help them develop their language and literacy skills
Special Educational Needs and Disabilities
Authors: Hayes Derren
Published: October 2022

Recent years have seen a significant rise in the proportion of pupils identified with special educational needs and disabilities, but during the pandemic many have faced long waits to access specialist support
The price of tighter security
Authors: Simpson Fiona
Published: October 2022

There are arguments for and against the use of weapons detection systems, say youth justice groups
Family hubs: five key questions
Authors: Hayes Derren
Published: October 2022

The government is funding the expansion of family hubs, but where are they and what do they do?
Mental health support finds its place in schools
Authors: Goddard Charlotte
Published: October 2022

Charity Place2Be provides schools with clinicians who take a whole-school approach to mental wellbeing while offering one-to-one support for specific needs
Rise in mental health workers
Authors: Hayes Derren
Published: October 2022

Policy developments help boost mental health workforce but councils need more funding, say experts
Peer support for young migrants and refugees
Authors: Goddard Charlotte
Published: October 2022

Young people from migrant and refugee backgrounds are equipped with the training they need to support newly arrived peers to improve their lives in the UK
Lockdown response: how services deliver vital support for children
Authors: Hayes Derren , Doyle Ella , McRae Isabella
Published: October 2022

Early years, education and youth work services are working hard to ensure children and young people can access learning and support amid the pandemic, but sector leaders worry financial pressures could lead to closures
HOW COVID REMADE CHILDREN'S SERVICES
Authors: Goddard Charlotte
Published: October 2022

A year on from the emergence of the coronavirus and onset of the pandemic, experts assess the long-term impact of the disruption it has caused to children's services and young people's lives
Training targets better early years communication
Authors: Goddard Charlotte
Published: October 2022

Norwich invests in Communication Champions training to develop the skills of practitioners in supporting children's early speech and language development
Data-gathering ‘machine’ defines commissioner's long-term legacy
Authors: Hayes Derren
Published: October 2022

In one of her last interviews as children's commissioner for England, Anne Longfield reflects on key decisions during her tenure, how power to obtain data has been a defining feature and highlights future challenges
Why Kickstart scheme has failed to launch
Authors: Hayes Derren
Published: October 2022

Flagship government youth jobs scheme to address economic impact of pandemic has had a slow start so must be extended, says sector
Family court improvement forum
Authors: Sims Louise
Published: October 2022

Louise Sims, kinship care and fostering consultant at CoramBAAF, discusses the benefits of Quality Circle, an innovative forum to identify good practice developed by the Sussex Family Justice Board
Whole-school approach brings down bullying
Authors: Goddard Charlotte
Published: October 2022

Anti-bullying initiative with a special focus on helping children with special educational needs and disabilities involves everyone in a school from pupils to governors
CHILDREN'S MENTAL HEALTH
Authors: Hayes Derren
Published: October 2022

Children's mental health has long been characterised by long waiting lists and inconsistent provision, but it is hoped more funding, system reorganisation and policy measures will improve access to support
Lockdown impact on exclusions
Authors: Hayes Derren
Published: October 2022

Study of North West council highlights rising school absence rates post the first pandemic lockdown
Tackling the long tail of Covid
Authors: Hayes Derren
Published: October 2022

Paediatric long Covid hubs are to co-ordinate therapeutic support to help children recover from the disease
SOCIAL MOBILITY IN THE EARLY YEARS
Authors: Hayes Derren
Published: October 2022

Interventions to boost young children's outcomes and narrow the attainment gap aim to improve social mobility. CYP Now's special report looks at the latest developments, research and examples of best practice
Care Review turns attention to reforming care sector market
Authors: Hayes Derren
Published: October 2022

The first report by the government-commissioned Care Review sets out the case for changing how care placements are commissioned, but experts challenge its findings over private sector care providers' profits