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November 2005

30 November 2005

Next steps for Sure Start

Education Secretary Ruth Kelly todaylaunched new practice guidance for Sure Start Children's Centres to increase its impact in the nation's most disadvantaged areas.

30 November 2005

New guide tackles inequalities faced by disabled children

The new guide, launched by Care Services Minister Liam Byrne and DfES Schools Minister Andrew Adonis, illustrates the experience of a baby born prematurely and diagnosed with cerebral palsy and epilepsy.

30 November 2005

Free programme materials for parents and those who work with disabled children and their families

The Early Support programme is the central government mechanism to improve the quality, consistency and coordination of services for young disabled children and their families.

30 November 2005

London domestic violence strategy

The second London Domestic Violence Strategy, published by Greater London Authority, builds on the progress of recent years in tackling domestic violence and sets out the next stages.

24 November 2005

Landmark study on domestic violence

The first ever World Health Organization (WHO) study on domestic violence reveals that intimate partner violence is the most common form of violence in women's lives - much more so than assault or rape by strangers or acquaintances.

24 November 2005

Young people make their voices heard

Almost 20,000 young people sent responses to the Youth Green Paper consultation in one of the biggest ever responses to a government consultation.

24 November 2005

Help for 16 - 25s to make successful move to adulthood

A report launched today from the Social Exclusion Unit outlines new cross-government action to help young adults with complex needs.

22 November 2005

Most Americans want to promote marriage

Most Amercians endorse the goals of marriage promotion programs but are uncertain about their methods, according to two new surveys. A majority of those in the National Fatherhood Initiative survey showed stong support for marriage, with 94% saying divorce is a serious national problem.

22 November 2005

New data on parenting

The first paper in the Centre for Longitudinal Studies (CLS) Briefings Series give examples of some of the parenting data available in CLS's three cohort studies.

22 November 2005

New report on older people

Published by the Office for National Statistics, Focus on Older People paints a picture of people aged 50 and over in the UK today. It includes information on their characteristics, lifestyles and experiences, placing particular emphasis on on changes with age.

22 November 2005

New NSPCC and ChildLine partnership

ChildLine is set to join the NSPCC to provide a stronger, more effective service to children.

21 November 2005

Proposals to create a single Family Court

Family Justice Minister Baroness Ashton has today outlined proposals to help streamline the family courts and improve the allocation of cases to the most appropriate level of judiciary. Views are being sought on two consultation papers.

18 November 2005

Emotional intelligence in the classroom

A new paper published by The Vanier Institute of the Family in Canada, Heart Smarts, looks at the place of emotional intelligence in the classrom. Research studies of schools and other programs are explored.

16 November 2005

First UK cultural competence toolkit

The National Family and Parenting Institute have launched a guide for UK professionals who work with black and minority ethnic families.

15 November 2005

Working with Children 2006-07 - new publication from NCH

A new reference resource providing statistics, research and information about children and young people in the UK.

10 November 2005

Reduction in gender pay gap

The gender pay gap narrowed between 2004 and 2005 to its lowest value since records began.

10 November 2005

New report from Commission on Families and the Wellbeing of Children

In a new report, Families and the State: two-way support and responsibilities, the independent Commission on Families and the Wellbeing of Children calls for a significant shift in the relationship between the state and families to achieve a less punitive and more supportive approach.

08 November 2005

Landmark Childcare Bill introduced to Parliament today

First ever Government legislation devoted to under 5s and childcare.

04 November 2005

New PSHE guidance published

The Qualifications and Curriculum Authority (QCA) have published a new teacher's handbook covering sex and relationship education, healthy lifestyles and financial capability.

02 November 2005

Campaign encourages parents to 'Just Ask'

Parentline Plus is launching a major campaign to urge parents to 'Just Ask' - in a bid to remove the stigma of seeking out parenting support.

01 November 2005

Children's Minister Beverley Hughes announces further details of forthcoming Childcare Bill

The Childcare Bill will introduce a new legal framework for regulating and inspecting early education and childcare by 2008.

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