Welsh study reveals pupil mental health and bullying crisis
A major study of 50,000 Welsh pupils reveals a 'sobering' mental health crisis, widespread bullying, and poor sleep habits. Discover the findings and the urgent call for action.
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YouTube 'Sedating' Children, MPs Told
UK Children's Laureate Frank Cottrell-Boyce tells MPs algorithmic YouTube content fails to stimulate young minds. Experts call for funding and regulation to protect children's media.
UK Parents Send Children Abroad for School
The Guardian investigates the impact of British children being sent overseas for education. Share your experience of being educated abroad or as a parent making this decision.
UK Parents Lack Time to Cook With Children
New research reveals 70% of UK parents don't cook with kids due to time constraints and mess fears. Discover how to build kitchen confidence and family bonds.
Lewisham Council pays £100 over complaint delay
A Lewisham resident received £100 compensation after the council took too long to handle her children's services complaint. The Ombudsman upheld her case.
Prince George banned from smartphone by William and Kate
Prince William reveals Prince George won't get a smartphone until secondary school. Discover the royal parenting approach to digital safety and family communication.
Hackney Council pays £1k over care payment suspension
Hackney Council apologised and paid £1,000 compensation after suspending a vulnerable resident's care payments without a backup plan. Learn more about this complex social care case.
Nonita's Story: A Turning Point for UK Care System
The tragic death of 18-year-old Nonita Grabovskyte exposes systemic failures in Britain's care system. Her story reveals urgent need for reform to protect vulnerable care leavers.
Wiggles Recall Headbands Over Battery Safety Breach
The Wiggles have admitted a likely consumer law breach after selling children's headbands without safety warnings for button batteries. Learn about the recall and safety risks.
The Crunch: Lego Charts, Gaza Recovery & Europe's Borders
Explore this week's data dive featuring Australian children's TV decline, Gaza's monumental recovery effort, hurricane hunters, and the elusive definition of Western Europe. Sign up for more insights!
Children's Commissioner: Close Young Offender Institutions
Dame Rachel de Souza warns England has retreated from its moral duty to children in custody. Hundreds are being locked up unnecessarily due to failing support systems.
Magical Christmas Gift Guide 2025
Discover enchanting Christmas gift ideas for boys, girls, babies and teens that combine fun, creativity and holiday magic. From dragon puppets to cosy sleepwear.
Chris Martin's Son Moses Makes Music Debut With London Band
Coldplay frontman Chris Martin's 19-year-old son Moses is embarking on his own music career, making his live debut with a London band and continuing the family's musical legacy.
Roblox Child Safety Investigation: Hidden Dangers Exposed
New investigation reveals serious concerns about child safety, predatory practices, and inadequate parental controls within the popular Roblox gaming platform used by millions of children worldwide.
Lambeth Council axes 'lifeline' welfare support service
Lambeth Council faces backlash after confirming the closure of its key welfare support service, leaving vulnerable residents without critical assistance for benefits, housing and debt issues.
Premier League clubs charge kids for mascot dreams
Exclusive investigation reveals how top football clubs are charging families hundreds of pounds for children to be matchday mascots, turning childhood dreams into premium experiences.
Croydon children's services delays warning
A leading child protection expert reveals alarming delays in Croydon's children's services, putting vulnerable young people at risk as the council faces ongoing challenges.
Child obesity hits highest level since pandemic
Shocking new NHS data reveals obesity levels in young children have reached their highest point outside of pandemic years, with stark inequalities between wealthy and deprived areas.
Why Serious Play is Crucial for Child Development
New research reveals that structured, purposeful play is essential for developing crucial life skills in children, with experts calling for a fundamental shift in educational approaches.
Eco-Friendly Christmas Gifts Your Children Will Love
Discover how to create magical Christmas memories while teaching children environmental values with these sustainable gift ideas that won't cost the Earth.
Boden's stunning new children's collection revealed
Discover Boden's enchanting new children's collection featuring vibrant prints, sustainable fabrics, and adorable designs perfect for making childhood memories in style.
Melania Trump's dramatic return with reshaped East Wing
Former First Lady Melania Trump makes a powerful comeback with a reshaped East Wing team and an ambitious policy agenda focused on children's welfare, signalling her most active political role yet.
Sugar Hyperactivity Myth: What Science Really Says
New scientific evidence debunks the long-held belief that sugar causes hyperactivity in children. Discover what the research really says about sugar's effects on behaviour.
Southport train knife attack leaves multiple children injured
Shocking details emerge after a brutal knife attack on a busy train in Southport leaves multiple children injured and a community in mourning as police launch major investigation.
Australia's Child Protection Crisis Exposed
An alarming investigation reveals how Australia is systematically failing its children through regressive policies, childcare scandals, and punitive approaches that undermine their future.
Nine critical after Southport terror attack at kids' dance class
Emergency services rush to critical incident in Southport after multiple stabbings at children's dance class, with counter-terrorism police leading investigation.
Ballarat Grammar stops new boarders in safety crisis
Victoria's prestigious Ballarat Grammar school takes drastic action, suspending new boarding placements following disturbing child safety reports. Internal review reveals systemic failures as authorities investigate.
50+ Child Asylum Seekers Missing from Kent Care
More than fifty unaccompanied child asylum seekers remain missing after disappearing from official accommodation in Kent, raising serious safeguarding concerns and questions about the UK's care system for vulnerable young migrants.
Turnage's Railway Children triumphs at Glyndebourne
Discover how Mark-Anthony Turnage's powerful new opera adaptation of 'The Railway Children' delivers an emotional masterpiece at Glyndebourne, blending nostalgic storytelling with contemporary musical brilliance.
The toys British children abandon fastest revealed
New research uncovers which children's toys have the shortest playtime before being discarded, with traditional instruments and construction toys surprisingly topping the list of fastest-abandoned playthings.
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