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Practical and emotional support from communities of foster carers to boost their resilience
Ofsted’s study highlights the importance of getting foster matches right for children’s futures, as well as keeping foster carers in the system.
Children and Families Minister Nadhim Zahawi announces new measures to improve foster care, as part of the government's response to two fostering reviews.
DfE uses social media to dispel myths around what makes a good foster carer, to coincide with Foster Care Fortnight.
Employment Tribunal decision.
Children’s Minister Tim Loughton announces an extra £6 million a year to provide additional support for foster carers and vulnerable families.
First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government
Edward Timpson, Children’s Minister, announces new funding to support foster carer recruitment and evidence-based interventions.
The Department for Education becomes government’s first foster-friendly employer.
Children’s Minister Edward Timpson addresses the second European Multisystemic Therapy Conference.
Read about some of those honoured in the Queen's Birthday Honours list for 2012.
Children's minister Tim Loughton speaks to the Fostering Network about his support for their work and his commitment to children and young people in care.
Tim Loughton aims to dispel myths surrounding foster care to give children in the care system the same opportunities as their peers.
Children's Minister talks about how the Children and Families Bill will support vulnerable children and their families.
Children’s Minister Edward Timpson delivered the keynote speech to the Association of Directors of Children's Services (ADCS) conference.
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