Campaign aims to recruit more foster carers in area

Anew recruitment campaign to help find more foster carers has been launched to mark Foster Care Fortnight - and people across North Lanarkshire are being encouraged to consider if they could provide “a safe, supportive foster home for a child or young person”.

- IAN BUNTING

The Scottish Government initiative, which was announced by First Minister John Swinney, aims to support the recruitment of more local authority foster carers and raise awareness of the benefits of fostering.

The Fostering Network estimates that Scotland needs at least 400 additional foster carers.

The campaign highlights how the “ordinary” - from eating together, to watching TV together - can be extraordinary in the life of a child in foster care.

Councillor Michael McBride, who leads on education, children, and families, said: “North Lanarkshire Council is proud to support this campaign, which aims to encourage more people to think about becoming foster carers.

“Fostering can have a hugely positive impact on children's lives.