Stop private children’s homes from profiting off vulnerable young people.

Rejected 11 signatures

What the petition asks

I would like parliament to regulate the excessive fees charged by private companies to local authorities, which can be as high as £20,000 per week per child. The care of vulnerable children should not be a vehicle for excessive private profit, especially when funded by taxpayers.

The current costs place unsustainable pressure on local council budgets, diverting vital public funds including council tax contributions away from other essential support services. The current system risks prioritising financial gain over the quality, consistency, and compassion that vulnerable young people deserve. Local authorities are left with little alternative but to meet inflated placement costs in order to secure essential care and housing for vulnerable children.

Why it was rejected

The UK Government or Parliament was already taking the action it asked for.

The Department for Education announced action to limit profits providers can make, you can find more information here:
https://www.gov.uk/government/news/biggest-overhaul-in-a-generation-to-childrens-social-care

Timeline

24 Apr 2025	Petition opened for signatures
12 May 2025	Rejected by the Petitions Committee

Key facts

Signatures 11

Status Rejected

Rejected 12 May 2025

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