ADCS President Ann Graham on children's services reform and funding

LGIU’s Head of Research and Policy, Jon Gleek, sat down with ADCS President Ann Graham to discuss her plans as president, the financial pressures facing children and adolescent services, and managing ongoing reforms to the sector. Graham also reflects on the impacts of LGR and her optimism for the future.  Content: 0:00 - Introduction 01:16 Background to Ann and her responsibilities as President 03:19 Addressing adolescent challenges 06:14 Council’s navigating reforms in children's services 09:16 Impact of local government reform on children's services 12:10 SEND system reform - are the proposed changes enough? 14:59 The importance of local and national collaboration 17:10 Learning and support among councils 20:40 Optimism for the future of young people