Mental health experts have criticised a lack of action by the government to tackle underlying issues behind persistent school absences such as poor emotional wellbeing and poverty.
Hundreds of charities, academics and health organisations are calling on all major political parties to commit to a boost in investment to improve children’s mental health and wellbeing ahead of next year’s general election.
King Charles III has laid out the government’s plans for legislation impacting children and young people as part of his first King’s Speech as monarch.
More than 80 charities, early years experts and celebrities are urging the government to commit to a national baby and toddler guarantee to ensure equal access to early childhood services, in an open letter to Prime Minister Rishi Sunak.