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Read the latest news, stories and resources from across the Together Trust.
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Illegal children’s homes symposium: from evidence to action:
by Styliana Pasiardi, Charity Policy and Campaigns Manager, Together Trust On Monday 7th September, I presented at a symposium on illegal/unregistered children’s homes and child exploitation at Anglia…
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The Government wants to hear from you on Education Otherwise Than At School
by Styliana Pasiardi, Charity Policy and Campaigns Manager, Together Trust Background In February 2026, the government published the SEND Reform Consultation, setting out proposed changes…
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Making community changes: What the candidates said at the Mayoral hustings in Stockport
On Wednesday 22 July, we were pleased to attend the GM Mayoral Hustings in Stockport. Hosted by Sector 3, the…
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Giving evidence to the APPG inquiry on children’s relationships in care
by Styliana Pasiardi, Policy and Campaigns Manager, Together Trust On 9 June, I gave oral evidence to the APPG for Children in…
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Lucy Powell MP and councillor Thomas Robinson visit Bridge College
Today we welcomed Lucy Powell MP and councillor Thomas Robinson at Bridge College for a joint meeting with the Policy…
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Prevention that pays: Why early support for young people’s mental health cannot wait
By Molly Deakin, Charity Policy and Campaigns Officer Earlier this week, I attended Parliament for the launch of a new report by PBE…
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Our response to the SEND reform consultation
What is the consultation about? The government’s SEND reform consultation, published in February 2026, sets out proposed changes to how children and…
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New research exposes the link between illegal children’s homes and exploitation
Last week, important research from Anglia Ruskin University shed light on what can only be described as a national scandal within our children’s care system:…
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Children’s Wellbeing and Schools Act 2026: Key reforms and initial reflections
On 30 April 2026, Parliament passed the Children’s Wellbeing and Schools Act, introducing wide‑ranging changes to children’s social care and education in…
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The PIP consultation is open: Have your say
The government has launched a new consultation on proposed changes to Personal Independence Payment (PIP), inviting feedback from disabled people,…
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We responded to the Greater Manchester Transport Strategy & Delivery Plan consultation
Accessible, reliable and inclusive transport is essential for everyone to live full and independent lives. However, many disabled and neurodivergent people cannot…
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SEND Reform Consultation and the Schools White Paper: Our campaign team’s initial analysis
by Styliana Pasiardi, Policy and Campaigns Manager Introduction The government has published two major documents setting out the future direction of education…
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