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Work Wise: Jargon Buster

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  • Tuesday, October 21, 2008
  • | CYP Now
Have you sat through an entire meeting and wondered what your colleagues are rambling on about? Use our handy jargon guide to find out what they mean.

In Practice: Know how - Family finance

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  • Tuesday, November 4, 2008
  • | CYP Now
The credit crunch has thrown money matters into sharper focus, yet children's centres and schools may feel awkward about getting involved in family finances. However, with the right approach it is possible to play an active role in helping parents manage their money. In particular, consider offering basic money skills courses. This kind of support not only impacts on the Every Child Matters goal to ensure economic wellbeing, but links to many other aspects of family life.

Vetting and barring the enemy within

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  • Monday, September 27, 2010
  • | CYP Now
There have been several high-profile cases of predatory workers sexually abusing children and young people over the past two years. Tom de Castella asks whether the existing safeguards go far enough and if anything can be done to stop workers from abusing their position of trust.

Benefit changes may harm children

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  • Monday, July 26, 2010
  • | CYP Now
Changes to housing benefit will increase the number of vulnerable children at risk of abuse and neglect, the charity Family Action has warned.

Fees hike threatens child abuse cases

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  • Tuesday, April 15, 2008
  • | CYP Now
A massive rise in legal fees for child protection cases could put children at risk by dissuading councils from bringing cases to court, family law professionals' group Nagalro has warned.

Study on outcomes in care settings

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  • Monday, March 15, 2010
  • | CYP Now
Bryn Melyn Care and the University of Wolverhampton are taking on a three-year project to develop a system for measuring outcomes for looked-after children.

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