Joining Local Government Chronicle editor, Nick Golding this month is: Jill Colbert, Chief Executive at Together For Children and Defence Children's Services; Steve Crocker, President for Association of Directors of Children's Services and David Ayre, Partner, Local Government at TPXimpact. 

On this episode the panel discuss the rising demand and cost for children and young people's services.  How can councils effectively run and set a precedent for giving vulnerable children the best start in life.  Are early intervention systems synergized with other council services?

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