Hi, my hubby and I are hoping to become foster carers. We have previously adopted via Lancashire County Council and are now researching who best to foster with. The Local Authority or a Private Agency - it is so mind boggling! We are leaning towards the LA because of our history with them, but I don't understand the "tiered payment system" they operate. I understand that you start on Tier 1 then after training, reviews etc progress to Tier 2 with an increase of £115 per week, but is this per child? We are hoping to be approved for 2 children. Please don't think I am only concerned with the money aspect of fostering, I would never have adopted a child if money was the only thing that motivated me. I just don't understand the system and I have heard poor reviews of LA fostering which is a shame as they seem desperate for foster carers. Any advice much appreciated. Thanks
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