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Who pays for children's services?
Local councils fund vital children's services like social care and early years support. However, their budgets have faced significant cuts over the past decade, making it challenging to address the issues highlighted in the Children's Commissioner's report. This financial strain directly impacts the quality of life for children in places like Middlesbrough.
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