Dudley child left alone as carers hid in attic
Shocking report reveals staffing crises in Dudley children's services as councillor describes child forced to fend for themselves. Urgent reforms needed.
Shocking report reveals staffing crises in Dudley children's services as councillor describes child forced to fend for themselves. Urgent reforms needed.
Discover Claire Danes' real-life family, marriage to Hugh Dancy, and her children away from her intense role in Netflix's new thriller, The Beast in Me.
Euro Mini Market in Lichfield forced to close after repeatedly selling illegal vapes and cigarettes to children. Council takes robust action against criminal activity.
Find out why BBC's Return to Paradise is off air this week and when the detective drama will be back with its next episode. Full series available on iPlayer.
The Sunshine Fund prepares for a record-breaking Question of Sport quiz night at The Grand Hotel, Gosforth Park to raise vital funds for children with disabilities in the North East.
Warwickshire residents and businesses are invited to donate new, unwrapped gifts for children and young people in need this Christmas. Drop-off points are in Warwick, Nuneaton, and Kenilworth. Help create a magical Christmas for local families.
Challenge yourself with our Thursday quiz featuring questions on Dutch art, children's stories, precious stones and more. How many can you answer correctly?
The DIY SOS team reveals their transformed facility for The Joshua Tree charity. Tune in tonight at 9pm on BBC One to see the amazing build for Children in Need.
Discover the must-have toys for Christmas 2025 as UK parents prepare for expensive festive season. Get the full list of predicted bestsellers now.
UK households face a £7 TV Licence fee increase to £181 this April. This comes as the BBC faces a major scandal and a legal threat from Donald Trump. Discover the full story.
A record-breaking 1,959 Santas completed the 15-mile Jingle All the Way walk from Chorley to Rivington Pike, raising over £41,000 for Derian House Children's Hospice. Donate now to support this vital cause.
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Top illustrators including Axel Scheffler and Jason Cockcroft raffled artworks for Epilepsy Action's National Doodle Day 2025, raising over £33,500 to support 630,000 people with epilepsy in the UK.
Children as young as four at Larchwood Primary School in Brentwood performed a special dance show for parents after a day of workshops with Don Rae Academy of Movement and Arts.
Robert Gates, 70, from Ludlow, is behind bars after sharing indecent images of children for a second time. Police brand him a 'deeply disturbing individual'.
A new report reveals staffing crises and poor collaboration are hampering child protection in Dudley. Council committee demands urgent improvements.
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.
Lancaster University plans to cut over 400 jobs, prompting lecturer strikes and fears from local businesses and students about the economic and educational impact.
GMB union members at BAE Systems' Samlesbury and Warton sites have secured legal clearance to continue strike action in an ongoing pay dispute affecting over 1,300 workers.
Discover the ultimate guide to Christmas gifts for children in Birmingham. From educational toys to creative crafts, find perfect presents that will light up little faces this festive season.
Walsall Council reveals staggering £11.5m overspend on children's services, forcing cuts to other vital services as financial pressures mount.
The Old Crown in Digbeth takes firm stance against unsupervised children after incidents of disruption, receiving overwhelming support from patrons.
Discover the hottest Christmas toys for 2025, from nostalgic comebacks to cutting-edge tech gifts that will make this holiday season unforgettable for children of all ages.
Community campaigners in Birmingham are fighting to save a historic Handsworth building from demolition, arguing it represents a vital piece of local heritage worth preserving for future generations.
Exclusive insights into serial killer Lucy Letby's prison life show her fixation on children's television programmes and canteen privileges while serving a whole-life order.
A determined Yorkshire schoolgirl is running one mile every single day throughout 2024 to raise vital funds for poorly children, already generating over £2,500 for her inspiring charity mission.
An inspirational nine-year-old boy from Surrey has completed an incredible marathon challenge, walking 26.2 miles to support a local children's hospice and smashing his fundraising target.
A courageous father battling terminal brain cancer creates a timeless treasure of memories and life lessons for his young children in an emotional final act of love.
Walsall Council has thrown out three separate applications for new children's homes following strong community protests over safety and anti-social behaviour concerns in Bloxwich and Blakenall neighbourhoods.
Discover how Cardiff residents joined forces in a massive community clean-up event, removing litter and enhancing green spaces across the city in a remarkable display of civic pride.