Our 2024-25 annual report takes a look back at our APPG's work programme over the last year:
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More information about our APPG's SEND sessions can be found here: frg.org.uk/policy-and-c...

Find out more about our Group's work on this issue including our interim submission to Government and the Minister's response: frg.org.uk/policy-and-c...

More information about the session on 8th July can be found on our Group's website: frg.org.uk/policy-and-c...

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More details about the Review can be found here: www.gov.uk/government/c...

"We strongly welcome the inclusion of kinship families in the Review and will work to ensure as many families as possible can contribute."

"The evidence on the potential benefits of kinship leave entitlements to children, kinship carers, the economy and the exchequer is compelling."

"Our APPG, working with kinship families across the country and campaigning charities, has made the case for why kinship carers stepping in for children are a crucial part of that picture."

"The Parental Leave and Pay Review is a major opportunity to take a comprehensive look at how leave entitlements support the balance of family life including care commitments, alongside remaining in work and supporting economic growth."

“We are encouraged by the extension but will scrutinise the details including any expansion when they are available.”

“The Minister was unclear on whether further children in kinship care could become eligible for this support. Our Group, alongside families and the sector, has been calling for this to ensure all children in kinship care who need this are able to access it.

“We urged the Government to confirm funding for 2025-26, and whilst the £50 million announced today is very welcome the uncertainty has left families in limbo.

“The All Party Parliamentary Group on Kinship Care has heard from kinship carers across the country about the critical difference that therapeutic support makes to the children they are raising.