Independent review of Prevent: consultation

The Home Office has launched a call for evidence for the independent review of Prevent to be carried out by Lord Carlile. Evidence is sought from a broad range of opinions, expertise and experience including health care professionals and schools and higher education...

Transgender guidelines for schools

The Northern Ireland Education Authority (EA) has published non-statutory guidelines for schools in Northern Ireland on how to support transgender pupils. The guidance covers: gender identity and the curriculum, developing a whole school approach, supporting children...

Children’s social care statistics

The Northern Ireland Department of Health has published children’s social care statistics for 2018/19. Figures show that at 31 March 2019: there were 24,289 children known to social services as a child in need; and 2,211 children were listed on the Child...