Blog
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21 October 2011
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Another busy and productive week for my team and me
On Monday we had a great meeting with Radio One to discuss the Up for Hire initiative which aims to help young people start their careers. I applaud Ben the Controller and his team for their... -
19 October 2011
Protecting children from commercial and other adult pressures
I had a great time yesterday as I accompanied Maggie Atkinson to the Westminster Media Forum to speak at a seminar on ‘Protecting children from commercial and other adult pressures'. Once... -
5 October 2011
The School Exclusions Inquiry picks up pace and plenty more!
This week we hold our first evidence session for the School Exclusions Inquiry. We are visiting the West Midlands to hear from a number of schools, pupil referral units, as well as agencies which... -
28 September 2011
Making a difference: Good governance, an Inquiry, reflection and celebrating young people
You can now read our response to the Government's consultation on the Office of the Children's Commissioner for England (OCCE). Do find out more and I urge you to submit a response yourselves. You... -
13 September 2011
Promoting children’s rights and showing how amazing they are
Last week was a microcosm of the work being done promoting children's rights and welfare. In Belfast I met with my counterparts from the UK and Ireland to discuss the UNCRC and progress our UK... -
7 September 2011
Preparations are underway for our busy autumn work programme
This week my colleagues and I have been concentrating on preparing for our busy autumn work programme. Our latest e-newsletter will keep you informed of the issues we are focusing on during 2011-12... -
19 August 2011
Young people say the riots were not in my name
For a week the news has been dominated by the riots and disturbances which took place across the country last week. There are complex issues involved, all of which will need to be examined over a... -
5 August 2011
Discussing, demonstrating and doing
This week I was interviewed by Colourful Radio and Eastern Eye about the School Exclusions Inquiry. Both wanted to know what form this Inquiry would take and how their listeners and readers could...
