Call to complete staying put survey

The Fostering Network is encouraging foster carers and fostering services to complete an online survey looking at the initial impact and implementation of the staying put legislation in England.

By media on September,11th 2014

Call for fostering award nominations

The Fostering Network is calling for nominations for its first annual Fostering Excellence Awards in England and Wales to be held in October.

By media on September,8th 2014

E-cigarette position statement published

The Fostering Network, in partnership with Action on Smoking and Health (ASH), has issued a new position statement on smoking and the use of e-cigarettes.

By media on September,5th 2014

Leading author to judge writing competition

Creator of Tracy Beaker, and long-time supporter of The Fostering Network, author Jacqueline Wilson is to judge the 2014 Sons and Daughters campaign creative writing competition.

By media on September,4th 2014

Get your walking boots on for fostering!

The Fostering Network has launched the second annual Walk the Difference walk through London on Saturday 25 October as part of our Sons and Daughters campaign.

By media on September,1st 2014

Statement on Barnado's accommodation report

Today a new report, On my own: The accommodation needs of young people leaving care in England, was released by Barnardo’s. 

Commenting on the release of the report, Robert Tapsfield, chief executive of the Fostering Network, said: “We welcome this report, and we believe that all young people leaving care should have the opportunity for continuity and stability. 

By media on July,1st 2014