Local Government Finance Protection of Children 2020-02-24
2020-02-24
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Stringer questions the adequacy of current funding and mentions a specific inquiry into Operation Augusta.
What recent assessment has been made on the adequacy of the local government finance settlement for local authorities to deliver their statutory duties in child protection? Stringer cites an inquiry that highlighted issues in Manchester, where 90% of children's departments are underfunded.
The Government recognises local authority pressures; an extra £1 billion is allocated to child social care and 4.4% increase in core spending power. Manchester City Council will receive an additional £30 million for children's social care next year. A review of the care system, as outlined in our manifesto, will further enhance support.
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