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Early years — 26 Apr 2023

Supporting and strengthening families through early help - A rapid review of evidence

This review contributed to the Independent Review of Children's Social Care by considering the evidence for services designated as ‘early help’ and designed to provide support to children and families before problems escalate to the point where statutory services are required.

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Early years — 30 Mar 2023

Nurturing Healthy Minds Together

In 2019, the National Children’s Bureau (NCB) received funding from The National Lottery Community Fund to explore the published literature and policy developments around prioritising and supporting the emotional wellbeing and mental health of very young children – from conception to reception.

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Reducing Inequalities in early childhood – lessons from A Better Start

Ava Berry, Policy and Research Officer at the National Children’s Bureau, considers work to counteract the negative impacts of inequalities on young lives.

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Early years — 10 Jun 2022

Infant Mental Health Awareness Calendar

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Early years — 24 Mar 2022

Infant Mental Health Lunchtime Learning

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Infant Mental Health in Northern Ireland: an update on relevant policy developments

The Infant Mental Health (IMH) Framework was published in 2016 by the Public Health Agency, following substantial engagement with key stakeholders, as well as public consultation.

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Autumn Budget and Spending Review 2021 - NCB Briefing

NCB believes that HM Treasury has listened to many of the arguments put forward by the children’s sector and we applaud them for this. But creating lasting change must mean sustained growth in other areas of public spending too.

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Early years — 23 Feb 2021

100 Conversations: The hopes and concerns of parents in 2018

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Poverty & inequality — 10 Sep 2020

Vision for recovery

A vision for recovery.

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A vision for recovery: Early years briefing

This briefing highlights our collective concerns about the impact of COVID-19 on children under 5 and their families, and sets out recommendations for action to stop these concerns having a long-term impact.

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