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95. The Children's Homes Scandal: Part Two

The Rest Is Money

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Challenges in Child Care: Profits vs. Welfare

This chapter explores the significant challenges within the care sector, focusing on how profit motives compromise the quality of care for children and staff welfare. It discusses the high turnover of staff, the slow foster carer approval process, and the dire experiences of children in unregistered care homes. Additionally, it emphasizes the urgent need for reforms, improved funding for services, and the impact of private equity on the quality of essential care.

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