Care Experienced People Poll – Action for Children – 21 May 2026

A survey to understand the barriers care-experienced people, including care leavers, face in gaining and maintaining employment.

Date Published

21/05/2026

Client

Action for Children

Methodology

Savanta conducted an online survey of 1,875 individuals aged 16–45 between 11 February 2026 and 25 March 2026 across the UK. Of the total sample, 1,451 participants were care-experienced individuals, which included 196 care leavers, while the remaining 414 participants comprised the control group. Savanta is a member of the British Polling Council and abides by its rules.