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Response to the UK government's statement on asylum and returns policy

On Monday the Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood set out significant reforms to the UK’s asylum and returns policy. Lynn Perry responds.
News 18 November 2025
“This place makes me feel positive about my future”

Co-op and Barnardo’s are working in partnership to support positive futures for young people across Wales as research reveals that 46% of Welsh young people are struggling with their mental health.
News
Children's Services
20 October 2025
Hundreds join Barnardo's on top of Forth Bridge

It is a once-in-a-lifetime experience that has brought joy to those seeking adventure and has raised hundreds of thousands of pounds for Scotland’s leading children’s charity. And now, a precious few were once again able to stand atop the iconic Forth Bridge to help raise money for Barnardo’s Scotland.
News
Fundraising
7 October 2025

“Together, anything is possible”

Barnardo’s and Wicked: For Good are coming together to let children growing up in the UK know they belong.
Blog 13 November 2025
Why Emma decided to take on the Great North Run for Barnardo’s

Inspired by her dad’s experience growing up in care, Emma shares why she wanted to join Team Barnardo’s in the Great North Run 2025.
Blog 21 October 2025
Siva’s 80th Birthday Challenge for Barnardo’s

At 80 years old, Siva set himself a challenge that reflected his lifelong commitment to helping children succeed - a 3,970km team walk and run that raised over £11,000 for Barnardo’s.
Blog
Fundraising
20 October 2025