NUPFC

The National Union for Professional Foster Carers. This union has been formed to unite Foster Carers, local authorities and Independent Fostering Agencies.

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**IMPORTANT NEWS**

The wait is over.

We have a judgment in the Foster Care employment rights challenge. Read the result in our images.

More updates will follow.

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Reform is being shaped with minimal input from foster carer-led voices. Without real frontline leadership in the process, policies risk missing what actually keeps carers in the system.
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Many foster carers have always topped up holiday costs themselves. But with rising costs, even that is becoming impossible. How are families meant to keep up with “normal life” expectations?
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Today we have changed the name on our members direct debits from Go Cardless to “GC Re National Union” as some members did not know who Go Cardless were.
Your bank may write to you about a new direct debit has been set up
This replaces the old one
You will not be charged twice

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Foster carers can’t strike, so they lack leverage. That makes fairness harder to secure. The answer is organisation, voice and collective strength. Without carers, there is no system.
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10 years ago foster carers began fighting back against poor treatment and silence. Since then: worker rights wins, tribunal access, government engagement & Supreme Court action. We’re not finished yet.
https://t.co/T6OKgWkho0

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LAST CHANCE!

For anyone on the autistic spectrum wishing to take part in Autism's Got Talent in 2026, visit the Anna Kennedy Online website to APPLY TODAY!

All performers must have an ASC diagnosis
Applications close on 31st May 2026

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You wouldn’t buy insurance after a car crash.

Same in fostering—allegations or issues are too late to start looking for support. You need protection already in place. Don’t wait.
https://t.co/T6OKgWkho0

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EXCITING NEWS! This offer is exclusively for our members. To access this deal, the main member will need to log in to their account on our website - https://t.co/GQGUucVObf and visit the members' benefits web page. If you are not a member yet, why wait? https://t.co/T6OKgWkPdy

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Carers tell us mental health strain isn’t just children, it’s the system.

We’re here to change that: more protection, real support, lived understanding, and legal backing when things go unfair.
https://t.co/T6OKgWkPdy

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Foster carer pay is a postcode lottery. We hear from carers using food banks and struggling with fuel and food costs while Ministers claim they’re “well paid”. Many can’t afford to foster anymore
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For anyone on the autistic spectrum wishing to take part in Autism's Got Talent in 2026, visit the Anna Kennedy Online website to APPLY TODAY!

Please note:
All performers must have an ASC diagnosis
Applications close on 31st May 2026

https://t.co/N3ugwS5Zi7

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EXCITING NEWS! This offer is exclusively for our members. To access this deal, the main member will need to log in to their account on our website - https://t.co/GQGUucVglH and visit the members' benefits web page. If you are not a member yet, why wait? https://t.co/T6OKgWkho0

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🧡 Your voice matters. The NIHR James Lind Alliance wants to hear from care‑experienced children, young people & those who support them. Help shape future health & wellbeing research by sharing what really needs answering.

👉 Take the survey: https://t.co/BkwJamxXcp

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We don’t want rights for foster carers to be disruptive.

We want them because it’s the right thing to do.

Contracts, supervision and control are not true self-employment.
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Foster carers are part of the professional team around the child, not outside it.

No major decisions should be made without those caring for the child every single day being properly heard.
🔗 https://t.co/T6OKgWkho0

[NUPFC @nupfc]

EXCITING NEWS! This offer is exclusively for our members. To access this deal, the main member will need to log in to their account on our website - https://t.co/GQGUucVObf and visit the members' benefits web page. If you are not a member yet, why wait? https://t.co/T6OKgWkPdy

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65% of foster carers foster full time, often for decades, caring 24/7 for vulnerable children, yet many receive no pension at all.

The NUPFC is fighting for that to change.
🔗 https://t.co/T6OKgWkho0

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Whilst you hold them, who’s holding you?

The NUPFC stands beside foster carers in the hardest moments with real support, advocacy and people in your corner. Worth far more than £10 a month.

https://t.co/T6OKgWkPdy

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🚨 Foster Carers — Protect Your DBS! 🚨

Non‑conviction info like allegations or opinions can now appear on your Enhanced DBS.

Don’t wait until it’s too late — join the NUPFC for expert legal help. 👉 https://t.co/QqUpq9zAv3 #DBS

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Retention and placement stability start with trust. Foster carers deserve transparency, honesty and accountability too. Should fostering have independent oversight?
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