Family Hubs and Start for Life Programme 2023-01-16
2023-01-16
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Q1
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The Family Hubs and Start for Life programme aims to support families through a network of local hubs. The MP inquires about the progress made with Cabinet colleagues.
What progress has been made with Cabinet colleagues on the Family Hubs and Start for Life programme?
Family hubs are one-stop shops that make it easier for families to get the support they need. The Government is investing £300 million in the Family Hubs and Start for Life programme, with 75 local authorities beginning to open hubs later this year.
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Q2
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East Sussex County Council submitted a bid for family hubs across East Sussex. The MP seeks to ensure that the programme has long-term funding.
In addition to the roll-out of family hubs, what steps is my hon. Friend taking to ensure that this fantastic policy has long-term funding to maximise long-term benefits?
I strongly agree with my hon. Friend and we are funding 75 councils for the current spending review period, with no doubt that excellent work in East Sussex will make the case for further investment.
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Community care in Wales is well-established, but formal support for early years varies. The MP asks about arrangements to share or exchange best practices.
What arrangements are there for sharing or exchanging best practice with the Welsh Government on such important areas?
We have regular meetings with all devolved authorities to share ideas about our policies, ensuring we can learn from one another. We are always open to listening and sharing good ideas.
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Hundreds of children have been taken into care and millions in profit go to the private sector. The MP asks about publishing the delayed response.
When will the Secretary of State publish the Government's delayed response to the independent review of children's social care? Will she look at York being a pilot?
The Minister for Children, Families and Wellbeing is working actively on the matter. The response will be published soon, with discussions further on how to roll out and implement it.
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