- There were 91,924 referrals in 2023, up 11% on 2022 — and a 26% hike on 2021;
- 22,082 cases were open in 2023;
- 5,615 children were in alternative care at year end;
- 96% of children in care are in full-time education.
- Admissions to care was up 10%, from 813 to 892;
- And there has been a “marked increase” in numbers of unaccompanied and separated children seeking international protection, with 530 referrals — 178 of which relate to unaccompanied Ukrainian children.