National Guidance and Information

This page contains links to the useful publications and guidance available for the delivery of services for children and young people.

• Every Child Matters Website - This link will take you to all publications available on the Every Child Matters website, including the Children’s Act 2004, Every Child Matters publications, and info on topics including Children’s Trust, ContactPoint etc.
• DfES Website - This link connects to all publications recently produced by central government, including Care Matters, Children’s Workforce Strategy Update etc.
• Local Gov Website - This website links you to all recent publications concerning local government, including those published by government and the Local Government Association.
• Department of Health Website – Children’s Services - This link takes you directly to recent announcements and publications by the department of health concerning Children’s Services
• Learning and Skills Council - This website direct you to information produced by the Learning and Skills Council