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Every child deserves the best start in life

Ofsted has today published a new strategy for the next 5 years (2022 to 2027 ).

The strategy sets out how Ofsted will continue its work to improve the lives of children and young people, which is more important than ever following the disruption and distress of the past 2 years.

Read Ofsted’s strategy for 2022 to 2027 .

The strategy centres on the fundamental principle that...

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2.1 million annual tax credits packs to be issued

Working families on tax credits are being asked to check their details so they do not miss out on this vital government support.

About 2.1 million tax credits customers will begin to receive their annual renewal packs this week from HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC).

The packs will be sent between 25 April and 27 May, and customers have until 31 July to check their details are...

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Managed move of claimants to Universal Credit set to restart

Government outlines plans to resume helping claimants move to Universal Credit by end of 2024.

From:

Department for Work and Pensions

Published

25 April 2022

Last updated

25 April 2022 — See all updates

  • Government outlines plans to resume helping claimants move to Universal Credit by end of 2024
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MOTOR PREMIUMS RISE BY £68 YEAR-ON-YEAR

  • Cost of car insurance has increased by an average of £68 year-on-year in Q1 to £688 – the highest average price for a three-month period since Q4 2020
  • Rising cost of car insurance is a ripple effect of higher inflation and an increase in road traffic
  • Cheapest premium typically available has risen to £568 – so drivers could save an average of £120 by switching to a
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‘Lack of collective knowledge’ on needs of children in care

There is a ‘lack of collective knowledge’ around the needs of children in care, according to a study by Ofsted, published today.

From: Ofsted

Published 13 April 2022

The report ‘Why do children go into children’s homes?’ draws on responses to surveys and discussions between inspectors and children placed in children’s homes, staff and others to provide insights into the...

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Free holiday time activities and meals this Easter

Hundreds of children across Devon began an action-packed Easter holiday this week, as part of our Holiday Activities and Food programme.

School holidays can be difficult for some families, with the added cost of extra food and reduced incomes. So, the government has provided funding for us to coordinate free activities and healthy meals with local providers for children in Devon aged...

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JOIN RACE FOR READING TODAY!

Clock up the miles this Easter, and into the Summer term, in Schoolreaders Race for Reading and help more children leave primary school able to read well.

The 80-day virtual Around the World challenge runs until June 19th 2022. Set your distance, go it alone or with friends, family, your sports’ club or book group, and commit to walk, run, cycle, swim or even walk a dog to help cover the...

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Families supported by £33 million to drive down parental conflict

Thousands of families with children are set to benefit from £33 million support to resolve conflict at home and improve children’s life chances.

From: Department for Work and Pensions and Baroness Deborah Stedman-Scott OBE DL

Published 12 April 2022

The Reducing Parental Conflict programme – which funds councils across England to deliver evidence-based relationship support...

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‘TikTot’ Entrepreneurs: Marketing expert explains how TikTok could educate younger users ​

New data from Ofcom reveals TikTok is being used by a younger audience than expected, despite the app being restricted to those aged 13 and older.

Whilst there are concerns it may be affecting the attention span of very young users, Sam O’Brien, CMO of performance marketing platform Affise , believes it will in fact help educate younger years to develop valuable entrepreneurial skills....

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