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Can the Commissioner force change?

The Children's Commissioner for England, Dame Rachel de Souza, is an independent advocate for children's rights and interests. While she can publish reports and make recommendations, like the one due on Monday, she doesn't have the power to directly enforce policy changes or allocate funding. Her role is to influence government and public opinion.

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