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Council commits to prioritising housing for care leavers
Young people leaving care in Stoke-on-Trent will benefit from increased priority for housing after changes to the city council’s housing allocations policy were approved by Stoke-on-Trent City Council
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Cabinet commits to new agency to support children
Children in need of long-term loving homes are to benefit from a new initiative that will see councils work together to best meet their needs.
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City council will continue to manage children’s services, while further review is carried out
Responsibility for managing children’s services in Stoke-on-Trent will remain with the city council while a further review is carried out, a report by the children’s commissioner has found.
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Protect yourself and others against the flu this winter
Adult social care worker, Reanne Mayer says she is having a free flu vaccination this year because she wants to protect herself and the people she visits.
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New service to improve children’s wellbeing in Stoke-on-Trent
A new service is being introduced to help improve the emotional and psychological wellbeing of children and young people in Stoke-on-Trent.
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The Victorians are coming to Gladstone
Gladstone Pottery Museum is welcoming guests from another era this Saturday – when a band of Victorians make the site their home.
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Swim Safer – free classes and advice to honour Ryan’s memory
Bookings for all sessions can be made from Thursday, June 27, by emailing swimsafer@stoke.gov.uk or calling 01782 236210.
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Thousands of children to learn water safety skills
Swimming instructors are teaching thousands of children how to be safe and have fun near water, as part of a national drowning prevention campaign.
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Foster carer enquiries double during Foster Care Fortnight
The number of people enquiring about becoming a foster carer in Stoke-on-Trent has doubled following a dedicated two-week campaign.
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Fostering, it’s not about the hello, it’s about the whole journey
A new film has been launched to raise awareness of the importance of fostering.
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Young apprentices take first step on career path
Six young people say they are looking forward to learning new skills and gaining experience in the workplace as they embark on apprenticeship schemes.
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Annual Christmas card competition for city children
Children from across the city will be able to show off their artistic talents when they take part in Stoke-on-Trent City Council’s annual design a Christmas card competition.
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Swim Safer – free classes and advice make water safety top priority for school holidays
Swim Safer – a campaign offering hundreds of free water safety sessions – has been launched today with one aim in mind: to keep children in Stoke-on-Trent safe when swimming during the summer holidays
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City Songbirds to fly high at Victoria Hall
Tickets are on sale for a series of concerts which will showcase some of the best young musicians in Stoke-on-Trent.
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