West Sussex County Council is joining others from across the South East to create the country’s largest local authority fostering partnership.

The partnership is hoped to increase the number of foster carers across the region.

With over 11,000 children in care across the South East, and fewer than 3,000 approved foster carers, there is an urgent need to find more.

The new hub will ensure prospective foster carers have access to all support in one place.

Those interested in fostering can also contact the regional hub directly to speak to a member of the recruitment team by calling 0300 131 2797.