Local Young Leaders Report on Rotary RYLA Course
Two young women from Ashby-de-la-Zouch shared how a Rotary-sponsored leadership course boosted their confidence. Discover how to apply for this free annual opportunity.
Category : Search result: Youth Empowerment Scheme
£200k Funding Boost for Merseyside Youth Projects
Merseyside's Youth Empowerment Scheme receives a £200,000 investment, funding 18 new projects to provide safe spaces and opportunities for young people, steering them away from crime.
Bridgend Athletic RFC Juniors Reach Four Cup Finals
Bridgend Athletic RFC celebrates as four junior teams reach District Cup Finals in April. Discover how the club's youth development is building a bright future for rugby.
Birmingham Theatre School Launches Professional Young Company
The Star Project theatre school in Birmingham has formed its first professional company for young performers aged 11-17. The not-for-profit initiative will pay its members and debut with an immersive show in 2026.
Barratt Homes Donates £1,000 to Blackburn Scout Group
Immanuel Feniscowles Scout Group in Blackburn receives a £1,000 donation for groundwork. The funds will rebuild a wall and create a base for a new hut, benefiting 50 young people and the wider community.
Earl Shilton Scout Group Calls for New Volunteers
The Earl Shilton Scout Group urgently needs volunteers to support Beavers, Cubs, and Scouts. Help young people build confidence and life skills through adventure. Get involved today!
Judge: 'Great shame' to jail knifeman who slashed neck
A judge said it was a 'great shame' to jail Jake Bishop, 20, who slashed a man's neck on Broad Street and stamped on another's head. Read the full court report.
Schoolboys charged over hoax robbery in Mansfield
Four boys aged 14-16 are due in court after a hoax knifepoint robbery report sparked an armed police response in Mansfield. Read the full details of the incident.
Salisbury Prom Dress & Suit Giveaway Expands for 2026
Jante Gibson-Bryant's Awakenher Wellness launches its second annual prom event on March 14, 2026, adding a suit giveaway. Donate dresses, suits, or nominate a student for the full Prom Perfect Experience.
Ripon Student Runs for UK Youth Parliament
Sarah Jayan, a 16-year-old from Ripon Grammar School, is campaigning for a seat in the UK Youth Parliament. She aims to improve school commutes, create social spaces, and support post-16 choices. Voting runs from mid-January to February.
Local swimmers triumph at Preston Super Sprints
Young swimmers from across the region delivered stunning performances at the Preston Super Sprints, securing a huge medal tally and setting numerous personal bests. Discover the local champions.
Loughborough Scouts Issue Urgent Call for Volunteers
1st Loughborough Scout Group needs volunteers to support Beavers, Cubs & Scouts. Flexible roles, no experience required. Help shape young lives in your community.
Charity Christmas Lunches Raise Record £43,000 in Cardiff
Lord's Taverners Wales' annual Christmas Lunches raised a record £43,000 for youth cricket and disability sports. Over 540 guests attended the Cardiff events, funding vital programmes across Wales.
17-year-old charged after gun found on Smethwick high street
A 17-year-old boy has been charged after police recovered a 'viable' firearm and ammunition on a busy Smethwick high street. He is due to appear in court.
Boy, 14, charged with New Year's Day burglary spree
A 14-year-old boy faces multiple charges following a series of burglaries in Leamington and Warwick. Armed police stopped a stolen vehicle. Read the full details.
Scouts Need Volunteers for 250+ Youth Activities
The Scouts organisation reports growing demand for volunteers to support young people in developing key life skills through a vast programme of over 250 exciting activities. Find out how you can help.
700 arrests in West Midlands knife crime crackdown
West Midlands Police's Guardian Taskforce arrested nearly 700 people and seized over 1,400 weapons in a year-long crackdown on knife crime. Read the full report on the team's enforcement and prevention efforts.
£5-a-month plan to tackle UK worklessness crisis
Sir Charlie Mayfield proposes a £5 monthly levy per employee to fund workplace health support, aiming to slash the DWP benefits bill. He also warns of social media's impact on youth mental health.
Brummie Muslim Youth's Major Community Giveback
Ahmadiyya Muslim Youth in the West Midlands planted hundreds of trees, visited 19 care homes, and served 500 hot meals this festive season. Discover their inspiring community work.
HMRC to Pay 'Thousands' for Tax Fraud Tips
UK households could receive huge payouts for reporting high-value tax fraud to HMRC. Learn how the Strengthened Reward Scheme works and if you qualify.
Paid Armed Forces Gap Year Scheme to Launch in 2026
Teenagers will be offered paid gap years with the UK armed forces from 2026, as part of a new 'whole of society' defence strategy. Discover how the scheme works and who can apply.
Children's Commissioner on Girlguiding's trans membership ban
Dame Rachel de Souza calls for creative solutions to include all children after Girlguiding's policy change. The organisation now only accepts those recorded female at birth.
Teenagers jailed for Alum Rock park stabbing
Three teenagers have been sentenced for a vicious stabbing in Morris Park, Alum Rock, which left a 15-year-old boy with life-changing injuries. Read the full court details.
Rochdale's Creative Scene: Youth Arts, Theatre & Festivals
From Ebor Studio's youth project for 16-21 year olds to The Curtain Theatre's latest play, discover the vibrant arts and culture events happening in Rochdale. Find out dates and how to get involved.
Teenagers jailed for stabbing boy eight times in park
Three teenagers have been sentenced for a vicious stabbing in a Birmingham park. The 15-year-old victim required eight hours of surgery. Read the full court report.
Homeless charity St Basils 'saved our lives' say young people
Young people once sleeping rough in Birmingham reveal how St Basils charity transformed their lives. Hear their emotional stories from the Big Sleepout event that raised over £43,000.
Skateboarding dad builds garden ramp to bond with son
Bobby Male, a former skateboarding star in China, built a ramp for his 10-year-old son Ernie. He says the sport keeps kids active and out of trouble. Read their inspiring story.
New £12.71 minimum wage rule sparks business alarm
The UK's new National Living Wage rises to £12.71 in April, but experts warn it could fuel inflation and decimate youth job markets. Read the full analysis.
School Car Park Crash Causes Life-Changing Brain Injury
A teenage girl has been sentenced after a friend suffered a fractured skull and permanent brain damage falling from a car she drove. Read the full court report.
Paintball Gun Pointed at Boy's Head in Newcastle Row
A 12-year-old boy feared he would be killed when Michael Jarvie pointed a paintball gun at his head in Newcastle-under-Lyme. Read the full court details and sentence.
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