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- The UK government launched a pilot scheme in seven council areas to support kinship carers and keep children from state care.
- The trial offers weekly allowances similar to foster care, from £170 to £299.
- Charities welcomed the scheme but urged expansion to all kinship families and stronger support.
- The pilot currently supports 5,000 children, underscoring kinship care's role in maintaining family ties.
