Kevin launches Young Runaways Action Plan 

Kevin yesterday launched Labour’s Young Runaways Action Plan.  

Around 100,000 young people under the age of 16 run away from home or care each year across the UK. Running away is particularly prevalent where a young person has been placed in care and has problems in the contact arrangements with family and friends. The Children and Young Persons Bill includes provisions to improve how children are matched to care placements, thereby ensuring that they get the support they need as soon as they are placed, so that it will be far less likely that they might run away.

Mr Brennan said: "I want every child and young person to enjoy a happy, healthy and safe childhood that prepares them for adult life. While we know that this is the case for the majority of our young people, there are still some for whom this is not a reality and who don't feel safe at home.

"That is why it is vital that we work together to spot the warning signs, and make sure that young people get the help they need." 

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