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Connexions jobs in jeopardy as councils take control, says union

14 November 2007, Children & Young People Now

Hundreds of jobs stand to be lost and budgets slashed as local authorities take control of Connexions, a report by the trade union Unison has warned.

Apprentices get financial support

7 November 2007, Children & Young People Now

Young people who take up apprenticeships will be entitled to apply for a university-style grant of at least £3,000, the Prime Minister has announced.

Poll says just one in five young people finds Connexions useful

31 October 2007, Children & Young People Now

Only a fifth of young people find the government's Connexions service helpful, and almost half have never used it, a poll released today (31 October) reveals.

Surrey Council absorbs Connexions Surrey

17 October 2007, Children & Young People Now

Surrey County Council has absorbed Connexions Surrey. The service will now be based in the same location as the local youth service and youth offending team. The council says services...

Guidance to help lead councillors

17 October 2007, Children & Young People Now

The Improvement and Development Agency (IDeA) is developing advice for councillors in charge of children and young people's services.

Young people condemn plans to close Connexions centres

17 October 2007, Children & Young People Now

Young people have slammed plans to shut several Connexions centres in Hampshire, fearing they could be left with inferior services.

ID card criminal record checks slammed despite trial success

10 October 2007, Children & Young People Now

A trial using ID cards to help make criminal record checks on people who want to work with children and young people has been hailed a success by the government.