Local authorities seeking 5,000 more foster carers this year
The Fostering Network, a support charity for foster carers, claims that local authorities are seeking to recruit an additional 5,000 foster carers in the next 12 months. They asked local authorities throughout the UK for their recruitment targets for this year and 86% of councils respond.
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survey results were released to coincide with the launch of Foster Care Fortnight, running from 12 May to 25 May.