https://hullfostering.co.uk/news Latest news Jadu CMS http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss Tue, 14 Jul 2026 21:19:58 +0000 Tue, 14 Jul 2026 21:19:58 +0000 https://hullfostering.co.uk/news/article/96/the-people-behind-foster-fest-part-four-the-voices-bringing-our-festival-to-life The voices, the laughter and the people bringing Foster Fest to life Ask anyone what makes a festival feel like a festival and they'll probably give you the same answer. The music. Fri, 10 Jul 2026 13:56:00 +0100 https://hullfostering.co.uk/news/article/95/part-3-behind-the-scenes-of-foster-fest-supporting-local-businesses-celebrating-local-talent One of the things we're especially proud of at Foster Fest is the number of local independent businesses who have chosen to be part of the day. Wed, 08 Jul 2026 20:00:00 +0100 https://hullfostering.co.uk/news/article/94/part-2-the-people-behind-foster-fest-inspiring-curiosity-confidence-and-connection Whether a child wants to build, create, climb, paint, cuddle, learn, explore, play or simply sit making something, every activity has been chosen with purpose. Wed, 08 Jul 2026 14:17:00 +0100 https://hullfostering.co.uk/news/article/93/the-people-behind-foster-fest When people look around Foster Fest, they'll see children laughing, families making memories, music filling the air and activities around every corner. Wed, 08 Jul 2026 13:26:00 +0100 https://hullfostering.co.uk/news/article/92/from-hull-to-the-house-of-lords-one-conversation-at-a-time When Hull Fostering Team Manager Sarah received an invitation to attend a Foster Care Fortnight event at the House of Lords, she knew it would be an opportunity to celebrate fostering! Fri, 05 Jun 2026 14:39:00 +0100 https://hullfostering.co.uk/news/article/91/young-voices-influencing-care This morning, Louise and Laura from Hull Fostering spent time with Young Voices Influencing Care, better known as YVIC, making sure Foster Fest is being shaped by the people who matter most. Fri, 05 Jun 2026 13:42:00 +0100 https://hullfostering.co.uk/news/article/90/a-wonderful-day-at-east-hull-community-farm The school holidays are always a busy time for Hull Fostering families, so it was lovely to spend a sunny day together at East Hull Community Farm. Fri, 05 Jun 2026 12:43:00 +0100 https://hullfostering.co.uk/news/article/89/foster-fest-a-day-built-from-love-community-and-the-belief-our-children-deserve-joy Foster Fest is a special free summer event for Hull’s care experienced children and fostering community, and we need your help to make the magic happen. Mon, 11 May 2026 15:41:00 +0100 https://hullfostering.co.uk/news/article/88/hull-fostering-charity-ice-hockey-match-returns-this-summer Hull’s free charity ice hockey match returns this August, bringing families, community spirit and support for children and young people with care experience together. Mon, 11 May 2026 15:07:00 +0100 https://hullfostering.co.uk/news/article/87/together-we-foster-hull-shortlisted-for-hey-smile-foundation-newcomer-award Hull Fostering is incredibly proud to share that Together We Foster Hull has been shortlisted for the Newcomer Award at this year’s HEY Smile Foundation awards. Mon, 11 May 2026 08:49:00 +0100 https://hullfostering.co.uk/news/article/86/real-stories-from-children-in-foster-care Some of Hull’s children and young people have bravely helped us share honest reflections about what living with foster carers has meant to them. Their words are powerful, emotional and real. Fri, 08 May 2026 19:09:00 +0100 https://hullfostering.co.uk/news/article/85/foster-care-fortnight-in-hull-this-is-fostering- From Monday 11 May to Sunday 24 May 2026, Hull Fostering will once again be part of Foster Care Fortnight, the UK’s biggest awareness campaign for fostering. Tue, 28 Apr 2026 11:38:00 +0100 https://hullfostering.co.uk/news/article/84/now-s-the-time-lgbtq-adoption-and-fostering-week-2-to-6-march-2026 This week is LGBTQ+ Adoption and Fostering Week, led by the charity New Family Social. The message this year is simple, “Now’s the time.” Tue, 24 Feb 2026 18:25:00 +0000 https://hullfostering.co.uk/news/article/83/how-trauma-changes-perception-a-lesson-we-didn-t-expect-from-mary-poppins Mary Poppins has been part of many of our lives for as long as we can remember. She’s kind, reassuring, predictable. A symbol of safety, order, and care. For many of us, she represents comfort. Tue, 10 Feb 2026 12:17:00 +0000 https://hullfostering.co.uk/news/article/82/how-trauma-changes-perception-a-powerful-lesson-for-foster-care If you watch the video below, you might feel a bit uncomfortable. That feeling is important. The clip uses a familiar film, Mrs. Doubtfire, something many of us remember as funny and comforting. Tue, 10 Feb 2026 10:29:00 +0000 https://hullfostering.co.uk/news/article/81/what-the-government-s-foster-care-plans-mean-for-hull The Department for Education has announced proposed changes to foster care rules aimed at encouraging more people to consider fostering, particularly single people, renters and those who work. Fri, 06 Feb 2026 09:16:00 +0000 https://hullfostering.co.uk/news/article/80/national-drive-to-find-10-000-more-foster-homes-what-this-means-for-hull The government has set out a renewed national push to recruit up to 10,000 more foster families across England as part of wider reforms to children’s social care. Fri, 06 Feb 2026 08:24:00 +0000 https://hullfostering.co.uk/news/article/79/what-it-feels-like-for-children-to-grow-up-without-enough-money A national report published recently has shared powerful, honest words from children about what it feels like to grow up without enough money. Wed, 07 Jan 2026 14:11:00 +0000 https://hullfostering.co.uk/news/article/78/2025-a-year-that-showed-the-power-of-hull-fostering As 2025 comes to an end, we wanted to take a moment to reflect on what this year has meant for Hull Fostering, our children and our carers. Thu, 18 Dec 2025 12:50:00 +0000 https://hullfostering.co.uk/news/article/77/thank-you-to-everyone-who-entered-our-pantomime-ticket-competition We would like to say a huge thank you to everyone who took part in our recent competition to win a family ticket to the pantomime. Thu, 18 Dec 2025 11:53:00 +0000