1,280 children subject to DoL applications in 2024 – MoJ
The Ministry of Justice (MoJ) has published information about the number of children subject to applications to deprive them of their liberty under the inherent jurisdiction of the high court (DoL applications) in the Family Court Statistics Quarterly release. It shows that 1,280 children were subject to applications to deprive them of their liberty in […]
£740 million allocated for 10,000 new places for pupils with SEND
More children and young people will be supported to achieve and thrive in their local school, as the government announces that 10,000 new school places will be funded for children with SEND, delivering on Plan for Change. £740 million is being invested by the government to deliver adaptations, expand specialist units in mainstream as well […]
LSB emphasises ongoing oversight and engagement to drive regulatory improvements
The Legal Services Board (LSB) has reaffirmed its commitment to improving the performance of legal regulators. Speaking at a recent meeting, LSB Chief Executive Craig Westwood outlined the Board’s approach leading up to the next regulatory performance assessment. Westwood emphasised that, beyond formal assessments, the LSB is actively working with regulators to drive improvements. This […]