Petition · past parliament · Department for Education
Government to step in with a financial support package for Special Guardians
Closed
33 signatures
What the petition asks
I am aware that the Government have provided much needed financial support to Foster Carers during the crisis but have again left Special Guardians with no support.
Special Guardians and their vulnerable children must be afforded the same rights at this time
Special Guardians and their vulnerable children must be afforded the same rights at this time
Special Guardians are doing essentially the same job as foster carers and many of their children will have previously suffered abuse and / or have been through the care system.
Special Guardians and their children are vulnerable, many leaving jobs or retirement to care for children, some who may have severe difficulties
We essentially work from home but are unable to claim any of the support packages available. Many Special Guardians have a low income due to caring for the children
You must be equitable in your support to these families and all children who have been placed with them
Special Guardians and their children are vulnerable, many leaving jobs or retirement to care for children, some who may have severe difficulties
We essentially work from home but are unable to claim any of the support packages available. Many Special Guardians have a low income due to caring for the children
You must be equitable in your support to these families and all children who have been placed with them
Timeline
| 20 Jul 2020 | Petition opened for signatures |
| 20 Jan 2021 | Closed to new signatures |
Key facts
Signatures
33
Status
Closed
Department
Department for Education
Opened
20 Jul 2020
Closed
20 Jan 2021
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Source: the official petition page. Last checked 15 Jul 2026.