Next government urged to invest in children's services

The LGA has stressed that the next government needs to invest in children’s services so councils can fulfil the ambitions of the Children’s Act.

Conservatives pledge extra cash for social care

The Conservatives are pledging an extra £1 billion per year for social care in England over the next five years.

NHS leads as top election issue, finds poll

New polling has claimed that the NHS has overtaken Brexit as the most important electoral issue for adults in the UK.

Wales spending more on key public services

Mark Drakeford has welcomed official figures which show Wales continues to invest more in key public services than other parts of the UK.

Two thirds can expect to undertake unpaid care duties

Two thirds of UK adults can expect to care unpaid for a loved one in their lifetime, new figures suggest.

Labour pledges a ‘housing revolution’

With the party launching its election manifesto, Labour is announcing new plans for the biggest council and social housing programme in decades.

690 children facing domestic violence each day of election period

Up to 690 children are at risk of domestic violence every day, the equivalent of over 25,000 children during the General Election period alone.

Public want reform of UK economy

The IPPR has uncovered overwhelming public support for a fundamental change in how the British economy is run.

Labour to tackle '10 modern scourges of poverty'

Labour has pledged to wage war on the 'ten modern scourges of poverty' and reverse the damage of a decade of austerity.

Calls for law change in emergency response

The British Red Cross is calling for the law to be updated to give communities more say in how they are treated in an emergency.

Half a million children not seeking mental health support

Almost half a million children who are worried about their feelings or behaviour are not asking anyone for help.

Lib Dems pledge 20,000 more teachers

The Lib Dems have promised to recruit 20,000 more teachers and spend an extra £10 billion on schools each year.

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