West Midlands PCC calls for new driver licence restrictions
West Midlands PCC Simon Foster urges government to adopt Progressive Driving Licences for new drivers, including curfews and lower alcohol limits, to cut road deaths.
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Mum adopts siblings and urges others to consider adoption
Sarah, 44, adopted her son and daughter through Adoption Focus. She shares her story to support The Long Wait campaign, highlighting the 18-month average wait for children to find a family.
Daughter: Father used me as bait to lure mum to death
Alison Galvani speaks out after her 81-year-old father is charged with murdering her mother Nancy in 1982. Case breakthrough after decades. Read the full story.
West Midlands Police faces £41m cuts, officer losses
West Midlands Police could lose £41.1m in funding by 2026, risking 520 officers and neighbourhood policing. Commissioner warns of a 'postcode lottery' and urges government action.
West Midlands Police faces £40m funding cut
West Midlands Police could lose £41.1m in funding, risking further cuts to officers. Crime Commissioner Simon Foster warns of a 'postcode lottery' and fewer police on streets.
Pub pint prices to rise for 5 Heineken brands from February
Heineken announces price hikes for five popular beers and ciders in UK pubs from February 2026, while cutting Foster's strength to lower its price. Find out which pints are affected.
Foster's lager alcohol content reduced by Heineken
Heineken UK is lowering the alcohol strength of Foster's lager from 3.7% to 3.4% ABV, citing duty savings and health trends. The change follows a similar move with Sol beer.
Foster's Lager reduces alcohol content to 3.4% ABV
Heineken UK confirms Foster's Lager ABV will drop from 3.7% to 3.4% in February 2026. The brewer cites duty savings and responsible consumption as key reasons for the change.
Woman with brittle bone disease adopts and fosters children
Hayley Foster, 36, living with osteogenesis imperfecta, adopted daughter Shirley and became a foster carer. She urges others with 'a spare bedroom and love' to consider fostering.
Safer first phones for kids as pressure grows in Year Five
UK parents are turning to controlled SIMs like ParentShield for children's first phones, balancing independence with safety amid new online laws and peer pressure. Discover the smart alternative.
Travelodge's Free Christmas Gift Wrapping Rooms Open Dec 10
Travelodge launches free festive 'wrapping rooms' in three UK hotels to help parents hide gifts. Book a 75-minute slot from December 10th to wrap in peace.
HMRC: Check Your £2,000 Childcare Support Eligibility
HMRC urges UK households to check eligibility for Tax-Free Childcare, offering up to £2,000 annually per child. See if you qualify for the government top-up.
Parents Using AI for Difficult Child Conversations
New research reveals a growing number of UK parents are using AI tools like ChatGPT for parenting advice on bullying, grief, and homework. Discover the top 13 uses.
Claim up to £2,000 in Tax-Free Childcare from HMRC
HMRC urges UK parents earning under £100,000 to sign up for Tax-Free Childcare, saving up to £2,000 per child annually on childcare costs. Check your eligibility now!
Richard Madeley on daughter Chloe's 'not liked' claim
Good Morning Britain's Richard Madeley addresses his daughter Chloe's past comments about public perception due to her famous parents. Discover his full response and family insights.
Police Chief Faces MPs Over Maccabi Fan Ban Row
West Midlands Police chief to be grilled by MPs over the controversial ban on Maccabi Tel Aviv fans. Discover the truth behind the disputed intelligence and political fallout.
Rainbow Hope on Parents' 165-Mile Tŷ Hafan Trek
After losing their son Emrys, Gwenno and Luke walked 165 miles for Tŷ Hafan hospice. A symbolic rainbow appeared, bringing comfort and raising over £10,000. Support their appeal.
£2m policing bill for Villa vs Maccabi Tel Aviv match
West Midlands Police spent an estimated £2 million on policing the Aston Villa vs Maccabi Tel Aviv match. The PCC is now demanding a government refund. Discover the full story.
Open a Junior SIPP for your child's future
A financial expert urges UK parents and grandparents to open a Junior SIPP, a tax-efficient pension for children. Contributions hit £79.6m last year. Secure their retirement now.
HMRC halts child benefit for thousands in data error
Thousands of UK parents had child benefit payments wrongly stopped after HMRC used faulty Home Office travel data. Read the full story on the costly error and its impact.
New Partnership Supports Kent Foster Care & Youth Sport
Diagrama Fostering partners with Borough Green Junior Football Club to tackle the foster carer shortage in Kent. Discover how sport creates community support.
MyBag Charity Wins King's Award for Voluntary Service
MyBag Charity from Nottingham receives the King's Award for Voluntary Service 2025 for supporting children entering foster care. Discover how you can help their vital work.
Foster's Lager Alcohol Content Reduced from 2026
Heineken UK confirms Foster's lager ABV will be reduced in 2026. Learn about the recipe change and the industry's call for an alcohol duty freeze.
Foster's Lager ABV reduced from February 2026
Heineken UK is lowering the alcohol content of Foster's lager from February 2026, citing duty reductions and health trends. Learn how this impacts taste and pricing.
Leicester Christmas Toy Swap Event - December 13
Join Leicester's festive toy swap on December 13! Exchange unwanted toys for free, reduce plastic pollution & save money. Hosted by Parents for Future at LCB Depot.
181,000 petition against school holiday price hikes
Over 180,000 people sign a petition against 'unfair' school holiday prices, as MPs debate fines for term-time absences. Is it time for travel firms to change?
Parents Struggle to Cook With Kids Due to Time and Mess
New research reveals 70% of UK parents don't cook with children due to lack of time and fear of mess. Discover how to build kitchen confidence and support BBC Children in Need.
Teen's organ failure from energy drinks shocks Shropshire
A 17-year-old from Shropshire suffered multiple organ failure after consuming energy drinks daily. Doctors issue urgent warning to parents about the hidden dangers.
Bakery couple crowned National Care Champions for fostering
A remarkable couple who sold their successful bakery business to dedicate their lives to fostering have been honoured as National Care Champions after providing loving homes to 25 vulnerable children.
1 in 4 Brits take time off work for new pets
New research reveals Britain's growing pet parent culture as over a quarter of owners use annual leave to bond with their new furry family members, with millennials leading this heartwarming trend.
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