children
School children unwittingly smoking spice-spiked vapes, study finds
Researchers tested hundreds of confiscated vapes from 38 schools in England.
Dreading long car journeys with the family this summer? How to avoid arguments and keep everyone happy
Regular breaks, games – and plenty of snacks are key!
Children ‘being failed in dual crises of poverty and mental health’
Not having enough money leads to parental stress and guilt, which has a knock-on impact on children, charities said.
20% of parents ‘think social media is better at teaching children about money’
Santander UK, which released the findings, said financial education is a ‘key priority’ for the bank.
Cost-friendly ways to keep kids entertained this summer
Outdoor activities provide a myriad of learning opportunities.
How to protect your own mental health if your child struggles with anxiety
Parents and kids are in the midst of a mental health crisis, says Claire Spreadbury.
Labour revives plans to phase out smoking with Tobacco and Vapes Bill
The Bill progressively increases the age at which people can buy tobacco.
Children as young as seven involved in south Belfast rioting ‘incredibly disturbing’
Northern Ireland’s children’s commissioner says children ’being exploited by criminal gangs’
Charity urges parents to exercise caution over leaving children at home during school summer holidays
The NSPCC reports a rise in phone calls over concerns about home-alone children
Children risk becoming ‘forgotten generation’ due to NHS waits – report
One trust reported that waiting times for children’s autism assessments had increased from around 14 months pre-pandemic to 38 months now.