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Our blog is a hub for news, views and analysis of what's happening in the looked after children sector here in Scotland, and further afield. You'll hear from our staff and guest bloggers on many topical issues where they'll be reflecting and sharing their policy, practice and research insights.

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Sep
03
2018

It’s a family affair

How a Maori model of improving care has been transformative for a family in Glasgow.   Read More ...
Author : Karen Frew

Sep
03
2018

Living in the room for improvement

Claire Burns introduces the evidence into practice theme of the new issue of our REACH publication.   Read More ...
Author : Claire Burns

Aug
16
2018

"Mummy’s Little Punchbag"

Kenny Murray comments on the Children's Hearings Scotland 'Be A Force For Good' campaign.   Read More ...
Author : Kenny Murray

Aug
02
2018

If I wasn't emotionally involved, they wouldn't have thrived

Gordon Main continues the conversation on commitment, discussing the emotional investment of foster carers.   Read More ...
Author : Gordon Main

Jul
20
2018

Getting It Right For Every… Journey

Jillian Ingram ponders how getting a train from A to B might just offer clues to how to meet children’s needs.   Read More ...
Author : Jillian Ingram

Jun
20
2018

Commitment must be matched by deeds, not just words

Kenny McGhee continues the conversation from Gordon Main’s recent blog Commitment, like love, is not enough.   Read More ...
Author : Kenny McGhee

Jun
04
2018

Commitment, like love, is not enough

Gordon Main talks about how commitment in the care system is not enough.   Read More ...
Author : Gordon Main

May
16
2018

What's the harm?

The difficult issue of self-harm in residential care, exploring the experiences of young people and the support workers need to help.   Read More ...
Author : Judy Furnivall

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trauma (3)
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