{"id":7916,"date":"2024-05-10T13:25:17","date_gmt":"2024-05-10T12:25:17","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/ourdorset.org.uk\/inequalities\/?page_id=7916"},"modified":"2026-04-29T14:04:56","modified_gmt":"2026-04-29T13:04:56","slug":"best-start-in-life","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/ourdorset.org.uk\/inequalities\/virtual-academy\/best-start-in-life\/","title":{"rendered":"Give every child the best start in life"},"content":{"rendered":"

Giving every child the best start in life is essential because it lays the foundation for their lifelong health, learning, and well-being, helping to reduce inequalities and enabling them to reach their full potential as thriving, contributing members of society. This can be achieved through best practices such as ensuring access to healthcare and nutritious food, creating safe and nurturing environments, and offering early intervention services to address developmental needs promptly and effectively.<\/p>\n<\/div>

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Kids living in destitution in the UK<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>

Video exploring how child destitution in the UK has risen by more than 50% in two years, leaving millions of children without basic necessities like food, warm clothing, or heating.<\/p>\n<\/div>

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