The Politics of Children's Services Reform

The book offers an in-depth analysis of children's services reform over the past twenty years, influenced by both Labour and Conservative governments. It explores the origins and implications of key initiatives like Labour's Every Child Matters and the Munro Review, alongside recent Conservative changes. Furthermore, it critically evaluates the effects of notorious child abuse cases, such as those of Victoria Climbié and Baby P, highlighting how these incidents shaped political responses and reforms in child and family social work.