The government unveils its long-awaited child poverty strategy, pledging to scrap the two-child benefit cap and improve housing. Critics argue the plan lacks ambitious, binding targets for real change.
HMRC urges UK families to claim up to £897 per child in backdated Child Benefit. Learn eligibility, rates, and how to claim via the official app before the deadline.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves ends the two-child benefit cap, freeing £150m for Scotland to tackle child poverty. Discover the Budget's impact on families and new funding.
Consumer watchdog finds 70% of button battery toys from major online retailers fail safety standards, posing fatal risks to children. Parents urged to check products carefully.
An 11-year-old Connecticut girl died from starvation after being denied food for two weeks. Her mother has pleaded not guilty to murder. Read the full story.
UK Border Force makes alarming discovery of lifelike child sex doll imported from Hong Kong, sparking major police investigation into potential child exploitation offences.
Disturbing footage emerges of a large fish striking a child at a UK supermarket aquarium, sparking outrage and safety concerns among parents nationwide.
UK police forces are under pressure to improve responses to child grooming gangs as a landmark report reveals inconsistent recording practices and BeaconPort launches new intelligence system.
Shocking CCTV footage reveals the moment a schoolboy narrowly escaped death after being hit by a train while watching videos on his phone at a Lincolnshire level crossing.
A four-year-old girl faced a life-threatening emergency after swallowing a button battery from a children's toy, prompting urgent warnings from medical experts about hidden household dangers.
An NHS paediatric doctor shares essential Halloween safety tips that could prevent serious injuries and save lives this spooky season.
In a groundbreaking move for child safety, Australia announces a national public registry for convicted child sex offenders, empowering parents with crucial information to protect their children.
A three-year-old child was discovered wandering unsupervised in East London's Upton Park area during early morning hours, prompting a major police response and ongoing search for the parents.
A young child was discovered wandering alone near Upton Park station in East London before dawn, prompting a major police response and ongoing search for the parents.
A one-year-old boy has tragically drowned during bath time in a devastating incident that has left his family and community in mourning, with emergency services unable to save him.
A family is in mourning after their 12-year-old son died from catastrophic injuries sustained while attempting a viral TikTok challenge that encourages participants to choke themselves until unconscious.
Heartbreaking details emerge as two young brothers, aged just two and five, drown in a Florida swimming pool while their mother was briefly distracted inside their home.
Shocking child neglect case in Texas as a mother faces charges after allegedly leaving her young son completely alone for several days without supervision or provisions.
Shocking discovery as police find young child wandering Manchester streets alone in early hours, sparking urgent investigation into childcare failure.
Karl Davies becomes first person in Britain convicted under new online safety laws for grooming a child and encouraging self-harm in disturbing social media case.
A Lincoln mother has been convicted after her two-year-old son tragically died from a button battery ingestion while she slept, exposing a devastating case of child neglect.
A grieving father shares heartbreaking story of his infant son's death to prevent other families from experiencing similar tragedy with common car seat error.
Two Texas sisters have been charged with serious child abuse offences after police discovered three young children living in squalid conditions with injuries and signs of severe neglect.
A devastated mother shares her grief after her eight-year-old daughter died in a tragic accident at a UK primary school, as the community rallies in support.
Shocking case reveals Florida couple abandoned their 14-year-old with 19 guns and minimal food while holidaying in Germany. Exclusive details on the investigation and charges.
A major police operation across New South Wales has resulted in 19 arrests for child abuse material offences, with victims including infants among the 14 children rescued from harm.
A four-year-old girl has tragically drowned during a swimming lesson in a devastating incident that has left a community in mourning and raised serious questions about water safety protocols.
A family day out turned to tragedy when a 12-year-old schoolgirl was fatally struck by a falling oak branch in a popular park, prompting urgent safety reviews.
West Midlands Police appeal for information after toddler discovered alone on city street overnight, with authorities growing increasingly concerned for his welfare and searching for his guardians.
A devastated Kentucky father speaks out after a mysterious intruder entered their family home, resulting in the tragic death of his six-year-old son. The community reels as details emerge about the shocking nighttime incident that has left a family shatte