British chef and author Lorraine Pascale has been appointed as the government's first Fostering Ambassador.

Pascale, who was fostered at 18 months old, has long campaigned for better support for foster children and their families. She commented 'I'm extremely honoured to be invited to be the government's Fostering Ambassador and very much look forward to working with the minister and his team in supporting their efforts to ensure fostered children and young adults receive the best care possible. It's a cause that's extremely close to my heart and I know from personal experience how critical and important this work is. I very much look forward to getting started in the new year'.