so we provide a fostering service to west sucks seconds —— sussex county council. their advocate, i represent their interests. it don't represent the interests. it don't represent the interests of west sussex county council. i want to be independent. where i can disagree with west sussex county council and i can turn down a placement if i don't think it is suitable. i can argue all day and all night with west sussex county council if i believe it is in the best interests of the children who are in ourcare. best interests of the children who are in our care. now, will giving me employment rights, workers status, i think it would change the relationship that i have with west sussex county council. for some people, more than others. but we do know for example there aren't enough foster carers a the moment. could this be a way if people look at this and say i will be able to have a life where i can take a break if it is getting too much. could that attract more foster carers to come forward ? attract more foster carers to come forward? i believe not. if! had the right

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