families

Proposed new scheme to help families access funds belonging to loved ones who lack mental capacity without need to go to court.

From: Ministry of Justice and The Rt Hon Dominic Raab MP

• vital safeguards to be maintained to keep vulnerable individuals safe
• consultation to gather evidence before decisions are made

Families seeking access to small funds...

The government and Ofqual have confirmed contingency plans in the event that exams planned next summer are unable to take place.

From: Department for Education , Ofqual , and The Rt Hon Nadhim Zahawi MP

Published 11 November 2021

The Department for Education and Ofqual have today (11 November) confirmed contingency plans to support students in the unlikely event that exams...

4.5M BRITS PLAN TO SPEND OVER £300 PER CHILD ON CHRISTMAS PRESENTS THIS YEAR

· New research has revealed that 4.5million Brits are planning to spend over £300 on presents per child this Christmas

· With rising inflation and a massive dent on our expendable income, many Brits may be spending way beyond their means.

· With Brits excited to spend time with their kids and family...

Ofsted has published two research reports looking at early years multiple providers and providers that own more than one children's home.

From: Ofsted

Published 28 October 2021

Two new research reports by Ofsted, published today, find that current legislation does not reflect the level of influence that early years multiple providers and social care groups have on individual...

Ok, I will admit it… I am totally unprepared for Halloween! I have seen the facebook posts of happy families picking their pumpkins, but it didn’t quite register that I really should get myself sorted so we don’t miss out on all the good pumpkins!

Luckily my lovely friend is more organised than me and she invited us to go Pumpkin picking out at Darts farm this afternoon, I’m so glad...

16th September 2021 – 2 nd January 2022

The much-loved stage adaptation of What the Ladybird Heard, from bestselling children’s author Julia Donaldson and award-winning illustrator Lydia Monks, will continue to entertain families around the country this Autumn with newly announced tour dates, from 16th September to 4th December. The tour will kick off at Birmingham Hippodrome...

Three Months On: Research Reveals the Impact on Family Life since Lockdown Restrictions Eased

· Feelings of closeness and bonding improved for most families during lockdown, according to a Leeds University study

· However, 28 per cent of Britons have been spending less time with their family since lockdown restrictions lifted in July

· Almost half (46 per cent) don’t have...

Cheeky Chompers gift collection is bursting with ideas for little ones.

Cheeky Chompers, the iconic British nursery brand, is set to be at the top of many little one’s Christmas lists this year, especially those tackling teething, thanks to its collection of eight gorgeous gift sets. With each set packed with the brands award-winning products, and with personalisation now available across...

Over 1000 toys donated over the month of September Toys to now be donated to North London Charity, The Toy Project

Throughout the month of September, Attic Self Storage , the London-based self-storage company, launched a weekly toy collection service in the capital to encourage families to donate their unwanted toys to children in need. With the final collections now complete, it can be...

Step right up to the greatest show in town, this October half-term in Plymouth’s Central Park, Theatre Royal Plymouth will be hosting their iconic Funky Llama Festival with Big Top magic and funky Halloween Fun. TRP’s Funky Llama Festival will be held in Central Park, Plymouth on Friday 29 and Saturday 30 October.

Expect live music, DJs, craft stalls, a fully licensed bar, circus...