Autistic child left without school for 9 months
Croydon Council failed to provide legally required support to an autistic child, leaving them without education for nine months. The Ombudsman ordered compensation and systemic changes.
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Colombia mass grave excavation brings hope to families
Families of the disappeared in Medellín's Comuna 13 find hope as forensic teams exhume bodies from La Escombrera, one of Latin America's most notorious urban mass graves.
All Saints' Melanie Blatt for Strictly Christmas
90s pop icon Melanie Blatt confirmed for the Strictly Come Dancing 2025 Christmas special. Join Scarlett Moffatt in the festive line-up for Claudia and Tess's final show.
Strictly Christmas 2025: First Star Announced
Scarlett Moffatt is the first celebrity confirmed for the Strictly Come Dancing 2025 Christmas special. Get the full cast list and details as they are announced.
Lambeth mum awarded £7k over son's missed therapy
A Lambeth mother receives £7,000 compensation after her son missed months of occupational therapy. Council apologises for failing to deliver legally binding EHCP provisions.
Scarlett Moffatt joins Strictly 2025 Christmas Special
Gogglebox star Scarlett Moffatt is the first celebrity confirmed for Strictly Come Dancing's 2025 Christmas special. She'll be dancing with pro Vito Coppola on BBC One.
SEND funding crisis pushes London councils to brink
London councils warn of bankruptcy as a 134% rise in children with special educational needs outpaces government funding. The capital faces a £500m deficit.
New 50-place SEND school for North London
Brent Council reveals a new 50-place SEND primary school for Preston Park as part of a 212-place expansion to tackle rising demand and cut costly out-of-borough placements.
Chiswick House's first Christmas opens Nov 21
Chiswick House unveils its first-ever Christmas experience inspired by The Twelve Days of Christmas carol. Open from November 21 to January 4 - book now!
Peep Show cast reunites for Bake Off Christmas special
Olivia Colman and David Mitchell lead a Peep Show reunion on The Great British Bake Off's Christmas special. Find out which co-stars are joining them in the tent.
Peep Show Cast Reunites for Christmas Bake Off
Channel 4 confirms a Peep Show reunion special for Christmas, featuring David Mitchell and Olivia Colman in The Great British Bake Off tent. Get the details on this long-awaited cast get-together.
Council rejects call to delay autism school closure
Wandsworth Council has rejected a request to delay the closure of Bradstow School, a residential school for autistic children. The school, facing a £1m deficit, will shut on December 31.
Coca Cola Christmas Truck 2025 London Stop
The iconic Coca Cola Christmas truck returns for 2025 with 15 UK stops expected. Will London make the list? Get the latest updates on festive celebrations.
Actor warns SATs are 'devastating' for SEND children
Anna Maxwell Martin and parent groups demand SATs reform, citing devastating effects on children with special educational needs. Join the call for an inclusive education system.
Underrated UK Christmas Markets: 2 Near London
Discover Britain's hidden gem Christmas markets offering festive magic without the crowds. Two are within an hour of London - find your perfect Yuletide escape.
Cat Tests Christmas Trees: A Purr-fect Review
A rescue cat named Lumen helps test 10 artificial Christmas trees for feline appeal and durability. Discover which trees survived the cat test and how to donate your old tree sustainably.
Dunelm's £20 Christmas tree hailed as 'magnificent'
Shoppers are raving about Dunelm's budget-friendly 6ft Christmas tree, praising its surprising quality and value. Discover why this £20 tree is perfect for smaller living rooms.
SEND funding crisis pushes councils to brink
Spiralling special educational needs costs threaten to bankrupt most English councils by 2028. Experts demand urgent government action to fix the £6.6 billion deficit. Read the full report.
Taskmaster New Year's special gets two-part format
Taskmaster's festive special features Big Zuu, Jill Scott, Rose Ayling-Ellis, Sam Ryder and Susie Dent competing across two episodes. Discover the format change and Champion of Champions news.
Special needs services face 'total collapse' in England
Special educational needs services in England face total collapse with councils warning of £18bn deficits by 2030. Urgent reforms needed to prevent widespread bankruptcy.
Readers' Favourite Photo Booth Moments Revealed
Discover the heartwarming stories behind Britain's most cherished photo booth memories. From weddings to milestones, these captured moments reveal why we love this British tradition.
Pat Evans returns to EastEnders for Christmas special
Walford icon Pat Evans makes emotional Christmas return to EastEnders as Pam St Clement reprises role for Nigel Bates' dementia storyline. Don't miss this heartwarming episode.
Probe into Starmer aide's lobbying firm stake
Calls grow for inquiry into Keir Starmer's communications director Tim Allan over his stake in a lobbying firm and contacts with a senior consultant. Read the full investigation.
Schools in England 'steering away' special needs pupils
New research reveals a stark postcode lottery for children with special educational needs, as some schools take on six times more Send pupils than others. Urgent government action is needed.
28 Unusual Christmas Baubles for 2025 UK
Discover 2025's most eccentric Christmas decorations that ditch glitter for quirky designs including baked beans, tinned fish and paddle-boarding Santa. Find your perfect unique bauble today!
UK-US rift over Caribbean airstrikes deepens
Tensions escalate as Britain suspends intelligence sharing with Washington over controversial US airstrikes on 'drug boats' that killed over 70 people. Discover the implications for the special relationship.
Netflix backlash over misleading Motherland season
Netflix faces fan fury after misleading viewers into believing a new season of hit BBC sitcom Motherland had been added, when it was just a Christmas special. Discover the full story and fan reaction.
Joe Marler's Traitors UK Betrayal Revealed
England rugby legend Joe Marler reveals his unexpected role as a Traitor in the explosive celebrity edition of the hit BBC show, sharing behind-the-scenes secrets and psychological tactics.
£400 Christmas ad rivals John Lewis' million-pound campaign
A heartwarming £400 fan-made Christmas advert has gone viral, drawing emotional comparisons to John Lewis's multi-million pound campaign and capturing the nation's heart.
Celebrity Apprentice Christmas Special Returns After 6 Years
The beloved business reality show Celebrity Apprentice makes its triumphant return to BBC One this Christmas after a six-year absence, featuring an exciting lineup of celebrities competing for charity.
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