Advice from a Community Care Inform guide on working with parents with learning disabilities, including a framework to help practitioners work in a relationship-based way

Britain’s Leading Rabbinical Authority Issues Explosive Appeal to Reform UK Over Labour’s Controversial Schools Bill LONDON, 28 MAY 2025 — In a move set to send shockwaves through Westminster and beyond, the British Rabbinical Union - the authoritative voice of Britain’s Haredi Jewish leadership - has issued a formal letter to Reform UK leader Nigel Farage and party chairman Richard Tice, urging them to take an uncompromising stand against the Labour government’s Schools Bill

Building a strong bond with your baby isn’t just for mums—dads play a vital role too. From cuddles and nappy changes to chatting during feeds, this article from BBC Tiny Happy People shares practical tips to help fathers connect with their little ones early on, fostering emotional closeness and confidence in parenting.

Parents often put care into what they bring home for their children. No matter how simple it seems, each item affects how a child grows and learns. Thinking carefully about these choices can help shape positive habits and learning paths.

In a powerful piece, Gordon Brown defends Labour’s decision to delay its child poverty review until autumn, arguing it allows time to develop fair, fully funded reforms. He highlights the urgent need to abolish the two-child cap, which continues to push thousands of working families into poverty. With support for a targeted tax on banks and gambling, Brown urges investment in early years and education as the path to long-term national renewal. He calls on Labour to uphold fai

In a letter to The Guardian, Su Weeks contrasts parenting in the UK and Portugal, highlighting how Portugal’s accessible childcare and family-oriented culture ease the pressures on parents, while the UK’s individualistic model often fuels judgment and strain.

Former Prime Minister Boris Johnson and his wife Carrie have a welcomed a surprise new baby girl. Mrs Johnson, 37, revealed her fourth child with the Tory politician, 60 - and his ninth - is called Poppy Eliza Josephine Johnson who was born on May 21. In an adorable Instagram post on Saturday, the Johnsons enjoyed pizza to celebrate the birth of their daughter at University College London Hospital.

Peers continue to fight Starmer’s tyrannical Schools Bill

On this week’s Parenting segment, one letter writer asked how to manage their two-year-old son, who has recently started hitting other children at creche.

After promising his daughter a birthday party if she stayed out of trouble, one father made the tough call to cancel her 16th celebration when she snuck alcohol into school. Sharing his story on Reddit, he described how the incident led to in-school suspension and a revoked party invite. While some criticized him for being harsh, many praised his firm boundaries and commitment to parenting through accountability.

The momentum is building, the message is spreading

This compelling letter challenges the idea that being non-violent equals being child-centred. Reflecting on parenting in England and Spain, the writer makes a case for a family-centred approach that fosters emotional security and collective responsibility, without over-indulging the child or ignoring broader family dynamics.

A Committee Debate That Struck at the Core of Government Overreach Yesterday in the House of Lords, the Children’s Wellbeing and Schools...

Head of Education Steve Beegoo explains the growing consensus that the Schools Bill should be scrapped, and the harm it would do to home...

Peers will consider hundreds of amendments to the legislation as opposition politicians point to 'serious concerns'

Behind the Government’s soft promises lies a quiet takeover of parental authority — and the Schools Bill is its weapon Let’s be honest....

The 2025 Working Families Index highlights a growing concern: inadequate parental leave policies are compelling parents to return to work sooner than desired, often resulting in financial hardship and emotional stress. This trend underscores the urgent need for policy reforms to support working families more effectively.

National Numeracy Day 2025: top tips for helping children feel more confident with maths

Keeping your baby cool in hot weather is essential, as they’re more vulnerable to overheating. From lightweight clothing and shaded strolls to frequent feeds and cool baths, these 7 simple tips help ensure your little one stays safe, hydrated, and comfortable during the summer heat.

A BBC investigation uncovers troubling practices in UK children’s mental health hospitals, where young patients are being subjected to restraint and seclusion. Families speak out about the emotional and physical toll on their children, prompting renewed scrutiny of care standards and urgent calls for reform in how vulnerable young people are treated in psychiatric settings.