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Topics: Children, Youth
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Transforming play in Prestwich
Play is a vital part of every child's development by helping children build confidence, develop social skills, stay active and explore the world around them.
Well-designed playgrounds create welcoming community spaces that bring families and neighbours together.
Residents across Prestwich are being invited to have their say on exciting plans to improve three local playgrounds as part of a £ -
More families getting help before problems reach crisis point
New figures show growing impact of early support for children and families.
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Helping Bury families make healthier food choices
Children and families across Bury will benefit from healthier neighbourhoods after Bury Council adopted new planning guidance to help improve local food environments and support healthier lifestyles.
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Greater Manchester Walking Festival launches with 70-plus different walks in Bury
Bury is set to get moving this spring with the return of the GM Walking Festival, a month‑long celebration encouraging residents of all ages, backgrounds, and abilities to enjoy the simple power of walking.
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Teaming up to find forever homes for soaring number of children in care
A NEW “super” team is being launched to boost the search for forever families for children waiting for adoption – which for the first time are outstripping the number of registered adopters.
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30 hours’ free childcare – we want your views
If you are a parent, a childcare provider and/or an employer we want to hear from you.
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New chair of safeguarding children board appointed
Sharon Beattie has been appointed the new chair of Bury Safeguarding Children Board.
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Considering adoption? Come to our information evening
An information evening for people who are considering adoption is being held on Tuesday 3 November from 6.30pm to 8.30pm.
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Could you adopt a child?
An open evening is being held for residents who are interested in adopting a child or simply want to find out more.
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New club’s positive role model for young people
A new Thursday night club has been set up for young people aged between 11 and 16.
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Children’s centres – changes following consultation
Children’s centres in Prestwich and Radcliffe are set to be retained following public consultation on the future of the wider service.
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Christmas cheer for youngsters in need
Children across the borough were given a happier Christmas thanks to council staff and the generosity of local businesses and organisations.
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New website to boost adoption and fostering
Every child deserves a happy home – that’s the motto of a new campaign to recruit foster carers and adopters for children in Bury.
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Help to keep our children e-safe
A series of free sessions is being held for parents to raise awareness of the online risks to their children.
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Bury adopters offered new family support programme
Bury residents who adopt can benefit from a nationally acclaimed support programme to help them build the best possible relationship with their adopted child.
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Banner campaign targets dangerous ‘school run’ parking
Bury Council’s road safety team and Greater Manchester Police have launched a safer parking campaign to coincide with the start of the new academic year.
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Appeal for help in finding missing boy
Social services in Bury are appealing for the public's help in finding a 15-year-old boy who has gone missing.
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Ever thought about adoption? Come to the Open Day
Children aged 12 months and upwards need loving permanent homes – can you help to give them one?
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Help to keep our children e-safe
A series of free sessions is being held for parents to raise awareness of the online risks to their children.
Bury Safeguarding Children Board (BSCB) works with the police, Bury Council, children’s centres and schools to educate and protect children about the safer use of the internet.
Mark Gay, one of the Bury Safeguarding Children Board development officers, said: “The growing use of the
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