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93. The Children's Homes Scandal

The Rest Is Money

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The Crisis in Children's Care Homes

This chapter reveals the troubling realities faced by children's residential homes in Northwest England, where profit-driven private companies often place vulnerable children far from their families. It discusses the regulatory failures leading to unsafe and unregistered placements, alongside the financial strains on local councils. The chapter calls for a reassessment of the care system, emphasizing the need for a focus on child welfare over profit-making in the sector.

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