State to Issue Screen Time Guidance for Under-Fives
The government will publish its first-ever official guidance on screen time for children under five in April 2026, amid concerns over language development and concentration.
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State Screen Time Guidance for Young Children Due in April
Official guidance on screen time for under-fives will be published in April 2026, after research linked high use to poorer language development. Find out what it means for parents.
Screen time harms toddler speech, new UK research finds
UK government research reveals toddlers with high screen use have poorer vocabulary. New guidance for parents of under-fives is due in April. Read the full findings.
Excessive Screen Time Limits Toddlers' Vocabulary, UK Study Finds
New UK government research reveals toddlers with high screen use say fewer words. First-ever guidance for under-fives is due in April. Learn the facts and expert advice.
Childcare centre closed after 12 years of breaches
A Sydney childcare centre has been permanently closed after failing to meet safety standards for over a decade. Discover the details of the NSW crackdown.
Screen Time Warning for Toddlers' Language Development
New government guidance for under-fives' screen use is coming after research links over 5 hours daily to fewer words spoken. Education Secretary urges a balanced approach.
Govt Issues Screen Time Warning for Under-Fives
New government guidance warns parents of screen time's impact on toddlers' language. Research links 5+ hours daily to poorer development. Get the facts and advice.
3 language swaps for better toddler behaviour
An early years specialist urges parents to swap common phrases like 'be careful' for more specific language to improve children's understanding and reduce tantrums. See the simple changes.
Kate's 44th Birthday: A Legacy Forged Beyond Diana's Shadow
As the Princess of Wales turns 44, royal expert Richard Fitzwilliams explains how her unique path and focus on early years work is cementing a lasting legacy, distinct from Princess Diana's.
Expert: Simple, repeated play best for baby brain development
A child development expert warns parents that overstimulation with flashy toys hinders learning. Discover why simplicity and repetition are key for infant brainpower.
7 Reasons Your Child Wakes Before 6am
A UK health visitor explains the common causes of early rising in children and offers expert sleep solutions for exhausted parents. Discover how to reclaim your mornings.
Kate's Fashion Tribute to a Decade of Charity Work
The Princess of Wales made a clever sartorial statement, echoing her first visit to the Anna Freud centre, to underscore her long-term commitment to children's mental health and early childhood development.
Kate bonds with toddlers during health visitor visit
The Princess of Wales visited the Anna Freud Centre to champion a new training programme for health visitors, emphasising the vital role of early childhood development.
Kate Middleton visits Anna Freud mental health charity
The Princess of Wales beamed as she visited the Anna Freud Centre, championing early childhood development and showcasing her signature sun-kissed hairstyle. Discover her powerful message about nurturing relationships.
Princess of Wales visits Anna Freud charity initiative
The Princess of Wales visited the Anna Freud charity to launch a new training programme for health visitors, supporting children's early development. Discover how this initiative aims to transform early years care.
Kate champions children's mental health in London visit
The Princess of Wales launched a new project with Anna Freud, emphasising the vital role of relationships in early childhood development. Discover her powerful message.
Toddler speech delays surge 'astronomically' due to screens
UK councils report an 'astronomical' rise in under-fives with speech and development delays, linked to increased screentime. Learn the findings and what it means for early years support.
Princess of Wales Calls for Kinder Society in New Message
The Princess of Wales delivers heartfelt plea for greater understanding of childhood development and urges people to show compassion to parents and carers.
Kate's £100k Study Tackles Digital Device Impact on Kids
The Princess of Wales's charity launches a major £100,000 research project to combat 'technoference' and help families build stronger connections in the digital age.
Infant habits at two months predict obesity risk
New research reveals that infant feeding, sleep, and play habits established by two months old can predict higher BMI by six months, setting the stage for lifelong health risks. Learn how to build healthier routines.
Ask Babies for Nappy Change Consent, Experts Say
Australian researchers recommend parents seek consent during nappy changes to teach bodily autonomy from infancy. Learn how this approach benefits child development.
Kate's rallying call to UK business leaders
The Princess of Wales urges business leaders to value 'time and tenderness' alongside profit, arguing for a £45.5bn boost from early years investment. Discover her vision for a healthier society.
Kate: Profitability and Positive Impact Compatible
The Princess of Wales told City leaders that business success and social good are not mutually exclusive. Discover how she champions early years development.
Kate Middleton's first speech since cancer treatment
The Princess of Wales made her first public speech in two years at the Future Workforce Summit, urging business leaders to invest in early childhood development for a healthier society.
Kate joins business leaders for early years summit
The Princess of Wales convened a major business summit in London to drive investment in early childhood development, highlighting a potential £45.5bn boost for the UK.
Princess of Wales Champions Early Childhood Investment
The Princess of Wales and Gareth Southgate unite at London summit launching five business initiatives to support early childhood development, aiming to reach one million children by 2026.
Serbia fast-tracks Kushner deal for Belgrade site
Serbia forms joint venture with Jared Kushner's firm to redevelop bombed military headquarters site, sparking protests and controversy over cultural heritage.
Serbians protest Kushner development on army HQ site
Thousands of Serbians are protesting against a luxury hotel development linked to Jared Kushner on the site of Belgrade's former army headquarters. Join the conversation about this controversial project.
Village fury over 65ft 'mega-shed' built via planning loophole
Outraged residents in a quiet Buckinghamshire village discover a developer used a 1948 agricultural rule to bypass modern planning permission for a massive industrial structure looming over their homes.
Vietnam Cities Forming Major Economic Corridor
Groundbreaking research from Kyoto University identifies Vietnam's Hanoi-Ho Chi Minh City region as an emerging megapolitan area set to transform Southeast Asia's economic landscape by 2030.
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