The wellbeing of children and young people is increasingly at risk due to cuts to local services, with councils facing significant financial shortfalls by 2026-27.
Dame Rachel de Souza emphasized, 'Children must not pay the price for balancing budgets,' highlighting the necessity of protecting vital services for vulnerable youth.
Local government experts stated that after exhausting easy cuts, councils are now forced to make tougher decisions that endanger crucial support for children and families.
The investigation revealed numerous reductions affecting children's welfare, including cuts to social services, legal assistance, and youth support programs, exacerbating risk factors for vulnerable groups.
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