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It is worth stating that again: outcomes with foster parents are the best. Outcomes in residential homes are the second best and, sadly, outcomes for children who stay at home are often the worst.
We might not, however, agree what the best interests of the child are; it takes a skilled and experienced sheriff with a good understanding of family law to reach the best decision.
In the review, and in your discussions with trade unions about the challenges that they face, how will you use the West Lothian approach as an example of best practice? Using the example of how different local authorities have delivered a reduction in class sizes would not necessarily inform the decision on the best ...