Care for vulnerable children
Lewisham Council is currently focusing on providing direct care for vulnerable children through its first council-run children's home.
Lewisham Council opened its first council-run children's home in September 2026, a move announced by Councillor Rotimi Skyers, Cabinet Member for Children, SEND, Youth Empowerment and Culture. This initiative, part of the broader provision of support and services for vulnerable children, aims to keep young people closer to their support networks.
The council's investment in the new home is intended to reduce reliance on the private market for children's placements, which often results in young people being placed far from their families and friends. Councillor Skyers stated this approach also seeks to ensure that public money is prioritised for the needs of children. No further council discussions or decisions on this topic are currently scheduled.
Key facts
- Lewisham opened its first council-run children's home in September 2026. Source
- Councillor Rotimi Skyers announced the opening of the children's home. Source
- The new home aims to keep children closer to their support networks. Source
- The move aims to reduce reliance on the private market. Source
- Public money is intended to be prioritised for children's needs. Source
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