Barnardo’s backs the Children’s Commissioner for England’s call for extended support to all young people who leave care until they are 25 years old in England. This is already in place in Scotland.
Barnardo’s Chief Executive Javed Khan, said:
“Children who leave care have often had problems to deal with in their lives that most people couldn’t even imagine.
“Working with more than 2,000 care leavers in England Barnardo’s knows just how much they can need a helping hand. That’s why we continue to campaign for the age of support to be raised to 25.
“Why shouldn’t those who were in care get support that mirrors what parents give to their children well into early adulthood and beyond?
“These changes would need to be properly resourced. Strong and consistent support sends a clear message to these young people that Britain is investing in their future.”
