Schools encouraged to celebrate the International Day of Play on 11 June with ‘Play 31 Challenge’
Play organisations across the UK and Ireland are calling on all schools to join the Play 31 Challenge on 11 June, marking the International Day of Play and celebrating every […]
Every effort should be made to minimise disruption to teaching and learning
Education Minister Paul Givan has strongly condemned the incidents of violence and the potential for further disruption. Paul Givan said: “The attack in North Belfast on Monday night was wrong. […]
Cinemagic Young Consultants 2026 Summer Scheme – Now Open for Registration!
Cinemagic has launched its annual call for young film enthusiasts to take on the role of ‘film consultants’ this July, to participate in workshops and film screenings to help programme […]
Urgent Regional Appeal launches for Short Breaks Foster Carers for Children with Disabilities
Health Minister Mike Nesbitt has launched the campaign by HSC NI Foster Care for its first regional drive for Short Breaks foster carers for children and young people with disabilities […]
Schools Encouraged To Get Growing For National Children’s Gardening Week
Classrooms across the UK are being encouraged to get outdoors and start growing as National Children’s Gardening Week returns this month. Taking place from 24 May to 1 June, the […]
Approval of Baby Loss Certificate Regulations
Finance Minister John O’Dowd has welcomed the approval of the Baby Loss Certificate Regulations in the Assembly today (Tuesday, 26 May). The passing of this important legislation secures the legal […]
Protect your Child from Sun Damage
As children’s skin is more sensitive to UV rays than adults’, the Public Health Agency (PHA) and Cancer Focus NI are sharing top tips on getting the best from your […]
Families to Benefit from Cheaper Attractions and Kids’ Food Under Summer VAT Reduction
Families could see the cost of summer days out reduced after the chancellor announced a temporary cut in VAT on a range of attractions and activities. Rachel Reeves confirmed that […]
Belfast-based Arts and Play Resource Set to Close
Bryson Art & Play Scrap Store is set to close. In a public announcement on Friday 22, May the registered charity said that following a detailed review of the service […]
Low Uptake in Northern Ireland on Responses to Whether Social Media Should be Banned for Under-16s
Any decision made at Westminster to introduce a social media ban for under-16s would also be implemented in Northern Ireland, according to UK online safety minister Kanishka Narayan. The UK […]
Navigating the Worry-Whirlwind: Supporting Our Little Ones Through Anxiety
As parents and carers, we’ve all been there: the Sunday night tummy ache, the sudden clinginess at the school gate, or the repetitive questions about a birthday party that hasn’t […]
Mums Take Lead as Household “Chief Financial Officers”, Study Finds
New research has highlighted the scale of financial responsibility carried by mothers in UK households, with many effectively acting as the family’s “chief financial officer”. The study by Park Christmas […]
