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Hobbycraft Launch kids’ half term craft workshops

Join Hobbycraft in your local store and choose your own ceramics to paint in partnership with Together for Short Lives.

Hobbycraft has launched a series of Paint Your Own Ceramic workshops for kids of all ages and painting abilities.

The workshop will be led by one of Hobbycraft’s in-store craft experts, with all money going to its charity partner, Together for Short Lives. The...

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Jump into October half term on Dartmoor

The vibrant colours of autumn are on their way, offering people the perfect excuse to get outside and get closer to nature on Dartmoor National Park this October half term.

The National Park has teamed up with partners including Dartmoor Skies and the RSPB to host free or low-cost family events themed on nature. From Lino printing to litter picking; stargazing to bird watching, there’s...

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Teens reveal their online lives in new Internet Matters and Roblox report

“ The internet is starting to feel more like real life”: Teens reveal the truth about their online world in new report, say they want parents to get more involved
  • The Demystifying Teens Online Interactions report comes as part of a new partnership between online safety organisation Internet Matters and global platform for shared experiences Roblox, as they join forces to help support
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Time is running out for tax credits and Child Benefit customers with Post Office card accounts

HMRC urges tax credits and Child Benefits customers with a Post Office card account to update HMRC with their new bank account details by 30 November 2021.

From: HM Revenue & Customs

Published 5 October 2021

From 1 December 2021, HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) will stop making payments of Child Benefit, Guardian’s Allowance and tax credits into Post Office card accounts...

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Government launches £500m support for vulnerable households over winter

Vulnerable households across the country will be able to access a new £500m support fund to help them with essentials over the coming months as the country continues its recovery from the pandemic.

From: Department for Work and Pensions , The Rt Hon Rishi Sunak MP , and The Rt Hon Thérèse Coffey MP

  • £500m support available to help those most in need as we enter the final stages
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Working Tax Credit customers must report changes to working hours

HMRC is urging Working Tax Credit customers to check if they need to update their working hours if these have reduced as a result of coronavirus.

From: HM Revenue & Customs

During the pandemic, Working Tax Credit customers have not needed to tell HMRC about temporary short-term reductions in their working hours as a result of coronavirus - for example if they were working fewer...

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New Devon destination guide goes live for families looking for top days out

A new family guide to days out in Devon has been published to inspire staycations and holidays in this top UK destination.

101 days out in Devon with Kids has been published by Devon mum Claire Hall - a former journalist, serial travel blogger and editor of the Devon with Kids website.

Claire moved to Devon with her family in 2015. Since then she has visited more 60 family...

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5 of the best children’s clothing sales on this weekend

As we enter Autumn the end of season clothing sales are in full force. So, whether you’re looking to get a head start on next years summer wardrobe, trying to find some new winter clothing deals or get organised with some Christmas shopping, you’ve come to the right place.

I have collated some of the best online clothing sales for baby and children and put them in a list below. Happy...

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Hey Pesto - A delicious pasta recipe all the family will enjoy

HEY PESTO! By Michela Chiappa for Barilla

This delicious family staple is a perfect to try out with the kids. Makes approx. 20 portions.

INGREDIENTS
  • 1 whole large basil plant
  • Large handful of cashew nuts
  • Half a cup of olive oil
  • 1 whole lemon
  • 2 large handfuls of grated parmesan cheese
  • 2 cloves of garlic
  • 1⁄2
  • ...
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