Government must take urgent action to protect disabled children
The Equality and Human Rights Commission has published 'Restraint in schools' following an inquiry about recording and monitoring the use of restraint in schools in England and Wales.
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‘Hug from Home’ campaign is launched
The Spectrum of Misconception has launched its campaign to raise awareness about the importance of friends and positive relationships for people with learning disabilities.
Fifth annual LeDeR report is published
The University of Bristol’s fifth annual LeDeR report was published yesterday, alongside the third annual 'LeDeR Action from Learning' report.
Allegations of abuse and mistreatment at Ty Coryton children’s home in Wales
Employees at a children’s home in Cardiff claim that autistic children were "abused" and mistreated.
Winterbourne View 10 years on
A group of families with relatives who were at Winterbourne View have published their family stories reflecting on the last ten years since the Winterbourne View scandal. Read ‘Tea, smiles and empty promises.’
Call for urgent updates to the Health and Care bill to focus adequately on children
Letter to the Secretary of State by the Children and Young People’s Health Policy Influencing Group.
Challenging Behaviour Foundation launches new website
The CBF has launched a new website which is easier to access on phones and tablets, as well as laptops, and is more user-friendly.
Vacancy announced for Family Support Caseworker - NOW CLOSED
The Family Support Caseworker will offer casework support to family carers and provide information and guidance about challenging behaviour associated with severe learning disabilities.
CBF statement on restraint and seclusion in schools
It is unacceptable that vulnerable children across the UK are experiencing restraint, seclusion and other restrictions in the very places they are supposed to be safe and well cared for, including schools.