In London, a concerning report highlights the challenges faced by young people exiting the care system. Many encounter a 'care-cliff' at 18, thrusting them into independent living with minimal support. A London Assembly investigation revealed that over one-third of care leavers aged 19-21 are neither in employment nor in education, and fewer than 10% attend university. The report urges Mayor Sadiq Khan to advocate for enhanced support and adjustments to the benefits system, which currently penalizes young care leavers under 25, compounding their challenges during this critical transition.
The issue of young Londoners leaving care faces a crisis as they struggle with the transition to independence at 18 without adequate support.
The report reveals that over one in three care leavers aged 19-21 are not engaged in education, employment, or training, highlighting a pressing need for intervention.
Conversations with care leavers illustrated the harsh reality of 'care-cliff,' emphasizing the inadequacy of support when transitioning to adulthood.
The report underscores the need for policy changes to prevent care leavers from being unfairly penalized by the Universal Credit system.
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