Big Issues

13 May 2008

Big Issues give you a quick, easy way to find articles on important topics. New articles are added regularly to many of the sections, so do check back if you are following a particular issue.

Positive Images Awards

CYP Now's annual Positive Images Awards recognise work that combats the negative portrayal of young people in the media. For an entry form for this year's awards click here...

The Children's Plan

The government's ten-year Children's Plan was published at the end of last year. Here we follow its progress so far, from initial reactions to the proposals through to the early...

Youth crime prevention

Investing in work that diverts at risk young people from crime before they become serious offenders has clear financial and social benefits. But opinion is divided on who is best...

The future of Connexions

Local authorities are taking over the responsibility and funding for advice and guidance services from Connexions. Here we look at the impact on services, and Connexions partnerships.

Care Matters

Improving opportunities for children and young people who grow up in care is a high priority for the Labour Government. Here we follow the development of policy on the issue, from the...