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"We know that high levels of caffeine in energy drinks have been linked to health problems in children, making this ban a vital step in safeguarding children’s health and giving every child the best start in life."

“This important report highlights the urgent need for a cross-government strategy for children, young people and families to ensure we are all working towards a shared ambition.

"Councils want to ensure every child gets the best start in life"

"Child sexual exploitation is a horrific crime and one that we must all work together to tackle.

More children with special educational needs should get the care and support they need in schools and other mainstream settings without the need for a statutory plan, say councils.

A failure to support children and young people with complex needs is driving “astronomical” care costs and not improving children’s lives, a new report for the Local Government Association finds today. 

“We are pleased government is acting on a long-standing call by the LGA for councils to have and maintain Children Not in School registers.

“This report rightly highlights the key challenges facing education and children’s social care."

The number of children and young people with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) receiving support from councils has reached a record high, new figures published today reveal.

"Historic underfunding and wider council pressures have left local authority early years teams less prepared to support providers with the expansion, despite concerted effort."