Links

Government

Every Child Matters
The ‘must see’ website about the government’s Change for Children programme giving details about all major policy initiatives and key documents
Department for Children, Schools and Families
The Government department responsible for children’s
Department of Health

National Service Framework for Children, young people and maternity Services
Information about the National Service Framework for Children, Young People and Maternity Services

My Pad Gateshead
A website run by The Gateshead Housing Company to give young people information about housing, living and getting help in Gateshead.

Local Government Information Unit
The Local Government Information Unit is an independent research and information organisation. It represents the interests of local authorities by providing practical, independent advice, resources and training.
Local Government Association
The LGA promotes the interests of English and Welsh local authorities and exists to promote better local government.
Improvement and Development Agency
The IDeA works for local government improvement so councils can serve people and places better.

Children’s Workforce Development Council
CWDC is one of five bodies forming the UK Skills For Care and Development Sector Skills Council and coordinates the Children's Workforce Network .

Integrated Care Network
This website provides research, evidence and discussion forums around the case for integrated care.

Early Support
This website provides details around the DfES initiative to provide better information and co-ordinated services for disabled children aged 0-3. All early support materials including the Family Pack can be ordered on line free of charge