Concerns are increasing over unsuitable accommodation that puts vulnerable children at risk of exploitationThe government has unveiled proposals to crack down on councils’ use of unregulated care homes, amid increasing concerns that looked-after youngsters are being placed in accommodation that puts them at risk of exploitation.The education secretary, Gavin Williamson, is to propose a ban on under-16s in care being accommodated in unregulated placements, as well as introducing new minimum quality standards for unregulated provision used to house over-16s. Continue reading…
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