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Not-for-profit organisation champions the power of play for children at Downing Street

According to a new report, if the UK is to truly succeed in this rapidly changing world led by advancements in AI, we will need to prioritise children’s opportunities for creativity through free play. Presented by the national not-for-profit organisation Children’s Alliance on the steps of 10 Downing Street, ‘The Power of Play: Building a Creative Britain’ underscores the vital role of free play in...

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Joining the pixels: the easiest way to put a smile on your child’s face

New research reveals the positive impact of ‘photo therapy’ on children’s mental wellbeing

94% of parents agree their child feels happier when they look at photos of themselves at home with their family

94% agree that looking at their child’s photos together as a family helps them to feel more connected

89% agree that looking at family photos increases their child’s...

KIDS’ FINANCIAL FREEDOM SET TO PUT BANK OF MUM AND DAD OUT OF BUSINESS

Savvy kids and teens have saved 145% more than last year
Four in 10 young people (42%) are now more likely to start saving early to fund big life events
Over half (52%) of UK parents are unable to contribute to their kids’ financial future

The increasing financial freedom of UK kids is set to put the bank of mum and dad out of business, according to...

Inclusive Playground Equipment: Creating Spaces for Every Child to Play

Playgrounds have long been a place where children come together to explore, imagine, and simply have fun. However, not every child experiences the joy of play in the same way. Inclusive playground equipment has emerged as a solution to ensure that children of all abilities can join in the excitement and benefits of outdoor play. In this blog, we'll delve into the world of inclusive playground...

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New data shows seven in ten (71%) have never received blind cord safety advice - RoSPA

Nine children died from blind cord strangulation between April 2019 and March 2022
Over 70 per cent of people haven’t received any advice on blind cord safety
Almost a quarter polled who have looped cord blinds said their blinds had no safety features fitted

Eighty percent of the UK’s population have blinds in their homes, but over 70 percent have...

Charity reports increase in pensions disputes as cost-of-living crisis bites

NFM says pensions now feature in almost 80% of mediation cases

A national charity which helps families to sort arrangements for children, property, finance and other important matters following separation or divorce, has reported a sharp increase in the number of couples locked in a disagreement over pensions.

According to NFM ( National Family Mediation ), pension disputes...

Parents Frustrated as Research Reveals over half of them Feel Judged for Infant Feeding Choices

New campaign by Tommee Tippee designed to celebrate feeding choices following research revealing half of parents feel judged

Over half (53%) of parents report having felt judged for how they feed their babies
57% of bottle-feeding parents report being judged for using a bottle, compared to 38% of parents who breastfeed.
One in four (25%) parents report that being

Families urged to boost their back-to-school budget with Tax-Free Childcare

With the new school term starting, HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) is reminding families to open a Tax-Free Childcare account today to save up to £2,000 per child on their yearly childcare bills.

Families can use their Tax-Free Childcare account to pay for any approved childcare including holiday clubs, breakfast and after school clubs, child minders and nurseries.

The scheme provides...

Eden Project calls for UK families to become Britain's Eco Heroes

Search to find Britain's little Eco Heroes – your family could win a weekend at the Eden Project

Applications to ‘play and stay’ at the Cornwall attraction are now open

Is your child an Eco Hero looking to change the world one green idea at a time? Then the Eden Project needs you!

The Eden Project is on the hunt for families across the UK who love getting involved in the great...

CHILDREN ON FREE SCHOOL MEALS MORE VULNERABLE TO ONLINE HARM REPORT REVEALS

Parents of free school meal children are more likely to report that their child has been exposed to a range of online harms
Children receiving free school meals experience more negative emotions than their peers as a result of being online
One in four (25%) children who receive free school meals say that they have more friends online than they do at school,

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Money Talks: Rising Cost-of-Living Fuels Finance Chats Between UK Parents and Children

92% of UK parents say the cost-of-living crisis has encouraged them to talk more openly about finances with their children
83% of parents give pocket money to their kids, 39% of which give pocket money “once a week”
58% of parents give their child their own debit card by the time they turn 12 years old

Legal & General surveyed over 2,000...

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