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Northumberland News: Council Vows Prevention First in Children's Social Care Overhaul

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Northumberland County Council is overhauling children's social care.

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The strategy prioritises early intervention and preventative family support.

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Changes aim to reduce the number of young people entering statutory care.

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Community-based services will work closer with schools and local health teams.

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