Role of Sure Start and early intervention programmes

A report examined the evolution of the Sure Start programme. It said that there was strong evidence to support early intervention, given the nature…

A report examined the evolution of the Sure Start programme. It said that there was strong evidence to support early intervention, given the nature and extent of the disadvantage and discrimination that many families faced. It highlighted the ways in which initiatives such as children centres could provide support for vulnerable families, and provide the basis for ‘community hubs’ within a ‘Big Society’.