Family
Brits shun nearest and dearest to be close to work
Closeness to work is the most important factor for Britain's prospective homebuyers but closeness to friends and family isn't among their top 10 priorities, according to new research from Santander Mortgages.
Brits delay growing up
Britain suffers from ‘Peter Pan' syndrome as 16 million people say they have delayed at least one major life step including marriage, having a baby or buying a home, according to a report from protection and retirement specialist, LV=.
Young drivers most likely to squabble over the car keys
Younger couples are the most likely to disagree over who is going to drive, according to a new study.
Is your baby getting their 5 a day?
HiPP Organic, the original organic baby food company, is delighted to announce the arrival of its brand new range of organic Fruit Pouches, specially developed for babies from four months onwards.
Kids fail their parents on driving test
Nearly two-thirds (63 per cent) of children admit their parents are aggressive drivers and 13 per cent say are scared or embarrassed by mum and dad’s driving, according to new research.
Plugged-in pensioners challenge technophobic stereotypes
Perceptions that old people are behind the times when it comes to modern technology are outdated according to research from O2.
The evolution of the family holiday
In just a generation, the face of the family holiday has changed dramatically, with children travelling further and to a wider range of destinations than ever before, according to research from Aviva Travel Insurance.
Children's Mutual finds Brits favour Katie over Catherine
The Children’s Mutual has identified that the British public favour the name Katie over Catherine, but William over Wills.
Mum splits time and launches new learning toy ‘Circa’
Mum of two, Melinda Holohan, is launching a new calendar learning toy - Circa. The inspiration for Circa was prompted from her son's simple question on how many days there were left to an important event.
Genes Reunited releases ship passenger records online
Genes Reunited, the family history website, has announced that people will now be able to view passenger lists online.
Parents leave £500 worth of baby equipment in their car
Parents are being warned not to leave valuable baby equipment in their cars overnight as Your Cover Insurance from Allianz has found that baby items worth up to £500 are left behind potentially making vehicles attractive to thieves.
Child care costs soar by £276 million a year
Families across the UK are forking out an additional £276 million this year to meet rising child care costs compared to twelve months ago, according to research by Family Investments.
PlayPlax the award-winning great British toy is back!
Forget pressing electronic buttons, or watching TV or computer screens - the iconic British game that ensures children use their own creativity and imagination is back.
Brits splash out £500 a year on major celebrations
As the nation's cake and confectionary queen Delia Smith celebrates her 70th birthday today, NS&I is highlighting the importance of financial planning to avoid a bitter-sweet experience when attending friends' and family's celebrations.
Daddy's girls come out top in the battle of the sexes
There are some skills which we consider to be owned by dads, such as how to countersink a screw, change a spark plug and put up a shelf, such abilities that are passed on from father to son.