Source · Select Committees · Education Committee

Recommendation 1

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We were highly concerned to be told by the Department that their most up-to-date data...

Conclusion
We were highly concerned to be told by the Department that their most up-to-date data on characteristics of children in children’s homes is from an ad-hoc 2016 data release—now seven years out of date.
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Government Response Acknowledged
HM Government Acknowledged
Data is of critical importance to having a clear picture and understanding of the experiences and outcomes of looked-after children. We will publish the recommended breakdowns in the 2023 releases.