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Nearly 1 in 3 UK children in the UK live in poverty.
The govt could lift 500,000 children out of poverty by scrapping:
The two-child limit. ❌
The benefit cap. ❌
📢 Email your MP today: brnw.ch/21wW3Bf
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Responding to a new report on the deaths of care-experienced young people, our Chief Executive Lynn Perry said: "This devastating report must be a wake-up call."
Every young person leaving care deserves trusted relationships & support.
Find support here: brnw.ch/21x5caF
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We have a new Director of Barnardo's Scotland! 💚
Michele Janes is taking over from the outgoing Martin Crewe and will combine the role with her existing duties in Northern Ireland.
Read all about it here: tinyurl.com/mvzszudm
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“We know parents are making major sacrifices to ensure their children can eat as well as possible within their budgets,” said our chief executive Lynn Perry.
The latest @Food_Foundation #BrokenPlate report shows healthy food is becoming less affordable.
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"Far too many children are exposed to harmful sexual content online or pressured into sharing sexual images. The impact of this can last a lifetime," said our CEO Lynn Perry.
Today’s proposals are a welcome step. Read Lynn’s full response: brnw.ch/21x3aDe
We welcome the announcement a new cross-government strategy, but it must go further.
✅ Put children at the centre
✅ Expand MHSTs → MHST+ with school counsellors
✅ Set clear mental health targets
Without action now, we risk failing this generation.
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We welcome the announcement a new cross-government strategy, but it must go further.
✅ Put children at the centre
✅ Expand MHSTs → MHST+ with school counsellors
✅ Set clear mental health targets
Without action now, we risk failing this generation.
The #KingsSpeech showed signs we can welcome across health, housing and justice reform for children, young people and families. We’ll work with Government to strengthen safeguards for children across these bills.
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Set your reminder now - 6 weeks to go until this year's @barnardos Forth Bridge Your View tickets go on sale on Thursday 18th June at 10am! Here are the details from Barnardo's:
JOIN BARNARDO’S ON TOP OF THE FORTH BRIDGE
We’re thrilled to announce that Your View at the Forth Bridge is back for its 8th incredible year!
This unique experience gives you the chance to stand 361 feet above the Forth on the iconic World Heritage Forth Bridge and take in uninterrupted 360° panoramic views across Edinburgh and the Fife coastline — like you’ve never seen them before.
Alongside our Classic, Sunrise and Sunset tickets, we’re also releasing a limited number of Ultimate Experience tickets. This unforgettable option includes access to the track level of the bridge, followed by a bridge walk beneath the rail track towards the Forth.
📅 Your View 18–20 September 2026
🎟️ Tickets on sale: 10am, Thursday 18 June
🔗 Find out more: barnardos.org.uk/events/your…
With thanks to @NetworkRailSCOT , @balfourbeatty and The Briggers, whose generosity makes this event possible.
To date, Your View has raised over £449,000 to support Barnardo’s vital work with young people across Scotland. @BarnardosScot
ALT People in orange hi viz vests standing on the blue platform on the top of the Forth Bridge with the bridge and river and Edinburgh shoreline.
"I’ve worked with children and families for nearly 30 years, and in all that time, I don’t think I’ve seen things as tough for parents, especially new parents, as they are today,” said Juliea Morris, one of our Family Services Managers. More via @BigIssue bigissue.com/opinion/baby-bu…
Four in 10 UK parents ‘struggled to afford’ all the essential items needed for their baby’s first six months. There are too many families forced to focus on surviving not thriving. Read more via @guardian here: theguardian.com/lifeandstyle…
Today is a good day for children! 450,000 will be lifted out of poverty thanks to the two child limit being scrapped.
We're celebrating this win along with 17 other organisations including charities, campaigners, unions and faith groups with a national advert The Times.
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Behind every policy discussion about poverty or settlement are real families making impossible trade-offs. (1/5)
“Families are needing to make decisions between whether to eat or being able to save up for visa fees, which then forces impossible choices that really impact children,” said Michelle Lee-Izu, our Chief Operating Officer - Children's Services. (4/5)
Christmas may be over, but for many families, the struggle continues. Nearly 1 in 3 children in the UK are living in poverty - facing cold homes, rising costs and tough choices. Thanks for supporting us this winter. But it doesn’t end here. Children need support all year round.
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Merry Christmas from everyone at Barnardo’s.🎄✨
Thanks to YOU, more children and young people found support and hope this year.
Wishing you all love, warmth and brighter days ahead. 🌟
#MerryChristmas #ThankYou
Our team is taking a well-deserved rest, so we won’t be responding to comments or messages over the festive period.
For many, Christmas can be a difficult time of year. If you’re struggling, support is available.
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