Speaking at a CYP Now conference last week, Clare Barham said a consultation on the proposals had met with "strong support". She said its success meant the plans would now be introduced in a Bill in Parliament. Respondents to the consultation were enthusiastic about the so-called "duty to co-operate" proposal, which would require schools to participate fully in children's trusts by law. The government's suggestions to establish a stronger legal basis for children's trust boards, and to...