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NHS Urges Parents to Check Vaccination Status for Children Born After November 30, 2019 Tuesday, July 7, 2026 nhs vaccination children mmrv measles immunisation health mmr chickenpox ukhsa The NHS is urging parents to review their children’s vaccination records following a recent update about protection against four infectious diseases. Children born on or after December 1, 2019, who have missed one or … Read More
England vs Mexico World Cup Match Sparks Call for School Schedule Flexibility Friday, July 3, 2026 worldcup england mexico schools education attendance union flexibility children bridgetphillipson A unique challenge faces families and schools this Monday, as England’s World Cup last-16 match against Mexico kicks off at 1am local time. With millions of children eager to watch, union leaders are urging Education … Read More
Education Secretary Urges Parents to Keep Children in School Despite Heatwave Thursday, June 25, 2026 heatwave education schools attendance warnings children safety fines metoffice heat As a severe heatwave sweeps across the UK, with temperatures soaring to record-breaking highs, more than 1,000 schools are closed or partially closed today. The Met Office has issued a rare red warning for extreme heat, … Read More
Mum Who Lost Son at 14 Says Starmer Ignored Requests for Online Safety Talks Thursday, May 14, 2026 online safety socialmedia bereavement campaigning legislation algorithms techcompanies government children Ellen Roome, a mother from Gloucestershire, has been campaigning tirelessly for enhanced online safety following the tragic death of her 14-year-old son, Jools Sweeney. She believes Jools died attempting a dangerous online … Read More
Cheltenham Library to Close for Over Two Weeks for Crucial Safety Upgrades Friday, May 1, 2026 cheltenham library closure maintenance asbestos safety gloucestershire children services repairs Cheltenham’s main library on Clarence Street will be closed for 19 days starting Thursday, May 14, to undergo vital building works, including the safe removal of asbestos discovered during earlier maintenance inspections. The … Read More