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NFM says number of referrals and calls from couples in conflict is up 25%

Family dispute specialists who are part of the country’s largest network of family mediators has reported a significant spike in enquiries this September after the children went back to school.

NFM (National Family Mediation) says that while January is typically dubbed ‘divorce month’, the summer...

This week (September 18th to 24th 2023) marks Organ Donation Week - a week-long campaign that takes place every year, with the aim of raising awareness about the importance of organ donation as well as encourage people to confirm their support for donation on the NHS Organ Donor Register .

Whatever your own decision about organ donation, it is vital that you talk to your loved ones...

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...

Fangs at the ready! It’s going to be a haunting Halloween down at Cofton Holidays! With a spooktacular day of events lined up for all the zomboys and ghouls who will be visiting!

Get crafty in a pumpkin carving workshop for all the family, with prizes to be won for the creepiest critters in the pumpkin show.

Become a fang-tastic vampire or ghoulish goblin with face painting...

Insta Mum shares easy hacks to cut kids screentime – and says parents need to “give themselves a break” this summer

With rising concerns about kids screentime, a mum of 2 has shared easy tips to get kids off their phones this summer

“We can’t escape technology in modern life, but we can create balance,” says Beth from Roche, Cornwall.

As the summer holidays draws to...

In a recent survey commissioned by early years publisher Ladybird, more than 1,000 parents shared their thoughts about reading with their children, revealing that alongside many known developmental benefits, enjoying quality time together and nurturing the parent and child bond was one of the most important aspects for the participants.

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While energy bills are generally lower in the summer months, there are ways to make sure costs stay as low as possible when children stay home for the school holidays.

Uswitch.com , the comparison and switching service, is offering households tips on how to keep energy bills down.

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Recent data from the ONS shows that the number of divorces has been increasing over the last few years. The divorce rate in the United Kingdom is estimated at 42%, with 113,505 divorces granted in England and Wales in 2021, compared to 103,592 divorces in...

Summer is finally here, which means it's time to head outdoors to bask in the sunshine and enjoy the beauty of nature. Whether you're off to your local park or visiting somewhere new, there's no better way to enjoy the summer sun than with a picnic. In fact, despite the popularity of BBQs, a quarter of Brits prefer a picnic ( YouGov ). If you'll be heading outside for a bit of alfresco dining...

We all remember our first bike ride. The feeling of excitement and freedom! Soon enough, cycling through cobbled streets or escaping to the countryside on your own opened a whole new world. Here at Bobbin we have a few stories to tell… We are often asked how long it takes to learn a skill like bike riding. As every child is different, it can take as little as 45 minutes up to a couple of...