Research & policy
As a children's charity, TACT seeks to influence public policy around care. Our External Affairs department undertakes research and develops policy in order to influence politicians and other policy makers across the UK. Much of this work also feeds into TACT's press and campaigning work.
Our comments
Here's a list of the comments we've made on policy affecting children in care:
22/09/11 - Fostering and adoption- a balanced debate?
'Being in care’ is often seen as a pejorative term whilst adoption is often viewed as the preferred outcome for children. TACT Fostering & Adoption discusses the benefits of foster care and the need for a balanced debate.
06/09/11 - Back to school - looked after children and education reform
With so many changes being made to education, what impact will they have for looked after children?
16/08/11 - How the Welfare Bill could affect foster carers
Richard Parnell, TACT Research and Policy Advisor, explains how the proposed legislation presently before Parliament could affect foster carers and the lives of looked after children.