All Children in Care Councils have a pledge, which is essentially a list of promises that a Local Authority makes to children in care and care leavers. It tells adults working with children in care what they should be doing to support you. Pledges are jointly created with the council members and directors of local authority children’s services.
Pledges help ensure that your time in care is the best it can be. Different Local Authorities have different pledge promises. However, they all focus on supporting you and meeting your needs – whether you are in care, leaving care or living independently.
To find out more about Pledges and your Local Authorities’ Pledge to children in care, please contact your local Children in Care Council or children services department.