“It’s hard to overstate the impact this will have children and families… Too many children have been going to school hungry,” said our CEO, @lynnanneperry.bsky.social Cabinet members want to lift the 2-child limit, the biggest driver of #ChildPoverty. Read more @thetimes.com: brnw.ch/21wW5dd

Did you know… nearly 1 in 3 children in the UK live in poverty? The evidence is clear. Smart, cost-effective policies can transform children’s futures. The question is: will the Child Poverty Strategy deliver? To find out more, visit: brnw.ch/21wVEWt

It’s time to back bold action for children, families, and Scotland’s future. Our call to the next Scottish Parliament is clear - real investment, real change. Read our new manifesto and support the call for change: cms.barnardos.org.uk/domain-6/res...

Every child deserves love, stability and protection, but too often those growing up in care face instability and struggle to access vital support. Yesterday, our CEO, Lynn Perry, urged MPs and Peers to do more to uphold these children’s rights. #chidlrensrights #SocialCareReform.

This party conference season, Barnardo’s is putting young people’s lived experiences at the centre of political debate. At both Labour and Conservative Party Conferences, we’re hosting panels and Q&As to explore how policy can better support the futures of the next generation.

Family unity is vital for children’s wellbeing. While we welcome the prioritisation of families in the UK-France agreement, safe and regular routes for unaccompanied children remain urgently needed. Read more: www.barnardos.org.uk/news/respons...

Over one third of UK children could be in poverty by 2029/30. Ending the two-child limit and benefit cap would lift 500k children out. With the #ChildPovertyStrategy due, the Government must deliver on its ambitious plan and act now. Read more: brnw.ch/21wVmy5

Urgent! 8 weeks to take action on the Child Poverty Strategy. Ahead of @houseofcommons.parliament.uk returning next week, we are calling on the Government to deliver an ambitious and effective plan to reduce child poverty within this Parliament.

Exciting milestone in Glasgow! 📢 We’ve started building 5 new Gap Homes - designed to support young people leaving care with the stability and support they deserve. Helping them thrive in the communities they call home. It's more than housing, it’s hope. 💚 #CareLeavers #YouthSupport

“The two-child limit on benefit payments is now affecting nearly 1.7m children – an increase of nearly 40,000.” Lynn Perry, our CEO, has shared her thoughts on government statistics released today that reveal the number of households affected by the two-child limit on benefits. More: brnw.ch/21wU2to

Child malnutrition admissions rose 76% (2007-2022), and type 2 diabetes in children is up 50% since 2017. Tonight, @simonforstroud.bsky.social will lead a critical debate on improving children’s health. Read our briefing - barnardos.org.uk/research/backbench-business-debate-childrens-health

We welcome the government's decision to expand family hubs, ensuring more children and families receive vital support before crisis strikes. Our history of providing these essential services is a lifeline for many: brnw.ch/21wTVKf #AmbitiousForChildren #FamilyHubs

“Children seeking sanctuary in the UK often face a dangerous path to reach safety. This often comes after they’ve already faced conflict, famine or the death of loved ones in their young lives."

The food we eat as children has a huge impact on the rest of our lives. Today’s announcement that the government will be working with supermarkets to make the average shopping basket more nutritious, is a welcome step in the right direction. Read more: www.barnardos.org.uk/news/barnard...

"It's given me a space to talk" – Elliot, 16, young carer.💬 Last night we heard powerful stories of how our family hubs change lives. As funding declines, we need the government to develop a family hub in every community. Read more: barnardos.org.uk/research/bui... #AmbitiousForChildren

"Evidence also shows that family hubs, by getting to families with support before they reach crisis point, also have a long-term financial benefit to the country," said our CEO, Lynn Perry, in response to the decline in community support for families. Read more via @theguardian.com: brnw.ch/21wTDuy

Thousands of unaccompanied children sought asylum in the UK last year. These children need care, not complexity. This #RefugeeWeek, we stand with @refugeeweek.bsky.social to call for a better future for displaced children and families. #CommunityAsASuperpower

“Today’s #SpendingReview includes welcome funding for children, especially the vital extension of free school meals to a further 500,000 children who need it most,” said CEO Lynn Perry. “Sadly, though, today’s announcement fell short of what was needed." More here: brnw.ch/21wTkdz

We understand from this article in @theguardian.com from @pippacrerar.bsky.social that there will be a delay to the publication of the government's much anticipated Child Poverty strategy. www.theguardian.com/society/2025... Here is our response

📢 “Ending the two-child limit on benefits would lift half a million children out of poverty." “Without immediate action, child poverty will simply continue to rise. Hundreds more children will be pulled into poverty with every week this continues.”

51,000+ young people shared their views with us. A clear majority (64%) of secondary & college students want UK Govt to make ending child poverty a top priority. By 2030, 1 in 3 UK children could live in poverty. We need urgent action. For more, visit: brnw.ch/21wSQkj

You’re not alone in sometimes struggling with how you feel, everyone deals with their mental health differently. We offer lots of services to help you find advice and look after your mental health and wellbeing. Check out our website - www.barnardos.org.uk/get-support #MentalHealthAwarenessWeek

Last night's BBC documentary: ‘The Sex Detectives: Keeping Kids Safe' showed how the ‘Night Light’ project, led by Jo Ritchie (Barnardo’s) and Rose Brown (Avon & Somerset Police) is working with female street sex workers, to help safeguard some of Bristol’s most at-risk children and young people.

We're proud to have signed a joint letter ✉️ with @endchildpoverty.bsky.social Coalition, written by Rosie - a mum pulled into poverty by the two-child limit to benefit payments, addressed to Rachel Reeves MP. ⏰ This policy has been in place for 8 years and needs to end now. #AllKidsCount

This weekend marks the 8th year the two-child limit to benefit payments has been in place. 📢 1 child every 13 mins falls into poverty because of this policy. The govt must end the policy in the upcoming Child Poverty Strategy. @endchildpoverty.bsky.social

We're calling for free school meals for all primary school children, and immediately to families on Universal Credit. CEO @lynnanneperry states "with the price of basic items staying stubbornly high, healthy food is out of reach". Read more: www.mirror.co.uk/news/politic...

Delighted that the Education Committee listed to the evidence from young people supported by Barnardo’s and have joined our calls for a #NationalCareOffer. Care leavers face a confusing patchwork of entitlements when they leave care. Read more: committees.parliament.uk/committee/20...

MPs, experts & advocates met to push for a vital change: ending the legal defence that allows parents to use physical punishment on their children, also known as the “reasonable chastisement” defence, to ensure children in England have the same protection from assault. (1/3)

Scottish and Welsh children have the same legal protection from assault and battery as adults - English children don’t. Today, I hosted an event in Parliament with @elliechowns.bsky.social to underline the need to #EndPhysicalPunishment. @barnardos.org.uk @rcpch.bsky.social @nspcc.bsky.social

"One person can make a world of difference," said Jake, who shared his experiences of foster care with MPs. He gave evidence to the Education Select Committee’s social care inquiry. Young, care-experienced people have spoken—they must be heard. #FosterCare brnw.ch/21wQMLj

This week two care leavers supported by Barnardo’s gave evidence to the Education Select Committee. They told MPs that the care system must be improved, highlighting challenges they had faced. It’s time to turn these conversations into action!

Pia Honey who set up the community interest company No Floor No More, has now extended her business to provide beds to families. Through our research we estimate more than 1 million parents in the UK give up their beds each night for their children. Read more: www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...

"Young people with disabilities can achieve amazing things with the right support!" From Kiefer rebuilding confidence to Rachel advocating for equity, the message is clear: inclusion and accessibility matter. Let’s create a world where everyone can thrive.💡 #InclusionMatters #DisabilityAwareness

Nine children in every UK classroom could be cold, hungry, and excluded this winter. With 1 in 4 children in poverty, families face impossible choices between heating or eating. Barnardo’s helps thousands every year, but we need urgent action. Read our full report here: brnw.ch/21wPXzx

Nine children in a classroom. Cold, hungry, left out. 💔 Over 1 in 4 children in the UK are in poverty – facing freezing homes, empty fridges, and impossible choices. Barnardo’s is helping, but we need the Government to act now. Read more here: brnw.ch/21wPSW0 #EndChildPoverty

Di and Charles have been awarded MBEs for services to fostering, welcoming over 40 children with complex health needs over the last two decades. A massive congratulations to them, and thank you for your life-changing kindness! Read more: www.theguardian.com/society/2025...

Hello Bluesky 👋 We’re Barnardo’s and for over 150 years, we’ve been standing with children, young people, and families—helping them face life’s toughest challenges.💚 1/3