Fife Council has the highest number of children waiting for foster parents,
Councillors want to accredit 60 guardians this year to help tackle the problem.
Poverty and deprivation are among the main causes for the rise - an increase in foodbank use here accelerated higher than the Scottish average.
Spokesperson for young people and families, Bryan Poole says the issue is getting worse:
Man, 44, seriously injured in hospital after crash between Comrie and Rosyth
A 44-year-old man's seriously injured in hospital after a crash between Crombie and Rosyth yesterday (Wednesday).
John Swinney announces SNP leadership bid
John Swinney's launched his bid to become the new leader of the SNP and First Minister of Scotland.
Closures on A92 from TONIGHT for roadworks
There's going to be closures on the A92 from tonight (Sunday).
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