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news 19 November 2008

New law to strengthen Children's Trust Boards - Improved accountability for child safety plans

Secretary of State, Ed Balls announces a new legislation is to be introduced to ensure that multi-agency Children’s Trust Boards are operating in every local authority area.

news 18 November 2008

Children's Minister: Call on services to better support dads

Children's Minister, Beverley Hughes announces a 'Think Fathers' campaign.

news 18 November 2008

New Anti-Bullying Guidance for Schools launched

The National Healthy Schools Programme launches its widely anticipated Anti-Bullying Guidance for Schools this week, to coincide with National Anti-Bullying Week (17 – 21st November).



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