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As you are aware, the HFL Supply Framework is available to support your short-term and emergency staffing needs. Developed specifically for Hertfordshire schools, settings, and trusts, the framework gives you access to seven pre-approved supply agencies, offering high-quality teaching and support staff at preferential rates.

Following a period of review and the appointment of a new Director of Children and Families at Hertfordshire County Council, the Families First Partnership Programme (FFPP) is progressing with the rollout of national reforms in Hertfordshire.

The latest edition of Families First News has now been published with lots of news to share from across the Families First partnership. Included is an invitation to our Working Together in Early Help events taking place across the county in May.

Hertfordshire County Council has launched Your Care, Your Future: Our Corporate Parenting Strategy 2026–2031, which sets out our vision, values, and priorities for supporting care‑experienced children and young people. The five‑year timeframe reflects our commitment to providing stability and continuity during local government reorganisation.

Following extensive discussion with school-facing services, technology colleagues and senior leaders, we have taken the decision to extend the availability of HertsFX and SchoolsFX for a further three months beyond the previously communicated end date of 31st March 2026.

A new Hertfordshire campaign featuring a striking student‑designed ‘vape brain’ sculpture is helping young people understand the mental health risks of nicotine addiction and sparking important conversations in schools.

The Director of Public Health and Executive Director of Children's Services have issued a communication to Headteachers, Principals, CEOs of Multi Academy Trusts and Early Years Providers about the outbreak of invasice meningococcal disease notified in Kent.

The summer edition of our Term Times magazine brings together a time-efficient digest of national and local updates to keep you informed, connected and supported. 

The Spring Health Protection Schools Newsletter provides up to date information on key Health Protection Areas and topical news items.

The East of England Community and School Aged Immunisation Service (CSAIS), supported by NHS England, has worked directly with children, young people, schools and frontline clinicians to co-design a new set of youth-friendly vaccination materials. The project aims to improve understanding, build trust and increase uptake of key school-age vaccines, including HPV, MenACWY, Td/IPV and MMR.