THE allowance for new foster carers has recently been increased by Lancashire County Council.

The increases mean new foster carers could earn between £241 and £300 per week for each child they care for.

People who have considered fostering before, but weren't sure they could afford it, are advised to come along to an information evening at County Hall in Preston.

Members of Lancashire County Council's fostering team, as well as social workers and current foster carers, will be available to answer questions, talk you through the process, and offer advice.

The event will be held on Wednesday 13 June 2018 from 6pm to 7.30pm.

County Cllr Susie Charles, cabinet member for children, young people and schools, said: "With around 20 Lancashire children needing homes each week, we need to recruit new foster carers.

"We have increased our allowances to foster carers this year in recognition of their valuable role in providing loving homes for the children in our care.

"There is also a rising demand for placements with more children and young people coming into the care of the local authority each week.

There is no need to book for the fostering evening.