Young care leavers need support until 25, say charities

Young people leaving care should get more government help, according to a group of charities.

The coalition of seven organisations, including Barnardo's, claims help in England is often cut "abruptly" at 21.

They say this contributes to higher numbers of care leavers ending up homeless, in prison or suffering mental health problems.

The government says it is working with local authorities to improve things.