A UBI pilot in Wales gives a sum of money to young people leaving the care system. But it won’t be rolled out beyond its trial period.
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Articles on Care leavers
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Care leavers are over-represented in the justice system. Rising rates of self-harm show an urgent need for greater mental health support.
Teenagers transitioning from long-term care to independent adulthood need to be looked after. Their health, wellbeing, education and their safety are at risk
Children’s voices are being omitted from their care records, with devastating effect.
Children in care are criminalised too early – and don’t receive the support they need.
