LGA say costs of supporting children in care is rising by £1 billion a year

On 8 October 2026, the Local Government Association (LGA) issued a Press Release stating: “Spending on providing support for children in care is rising at a rate of £1 billion a year, according to new analysis by the Local Government Association. The findings have renewed calls…
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