Family
‘2010’ Dads really do want to spend time with the baby
Flexible working is increasingly important to modern dads who want to take care of their children, according to figures published by the Department for Business, Innovation and Skills (BIS).
8 in 10 parents do not support plan to cut Child Trust Funds
Parents are almost universally against Conservative Party plans to cut the Child Trust Fund (CTF), according to research from Family Investments.
The cost of 18 to 30? More than £30,000
The cost of having adult children is hitting parents hard, with new research out today showing they expect the cost of supporting an 18 to 30-year-old to exceed £30,000.
Extra support and cash for parents moving off benefits and into jobs
Thousands of lone parents will get extra help to get training and work experience while their children are at nursery school.
Brits use video to create 21st century wills
Writing a will, like going to the dentist or arranging your pension, is something most people in the UK put off. Indeed, almost 170,000 Britons die every year without a will, with tens of millions of pounds going straight to the government’s coffers in the form of property and savings.
Flybe to help expectant island mums
When a globally successful business can trace its roots back to having started out by simply fulfilling the need for lifeline travel to and from an island community, it’s no surprise that it continues to listen and respond to the ongoing travel challenges of those same islanders.
Kids struggle to identify food origins
Almost two thirds of school children struggle to identify the origins of everyday food products they consume, according to a new survey being published this week.
Make your mother’s day with Clinique
Treat your mum to a gorgeous gift from Clinique this Mother’s Day, available at Clinique counters nationwide and at clinique.co.uk from 5th February 2010.
High cost of housing is fracturing families, warns Shelter
New research by the housing charity shows the huge impact the housing shortage is having on families across Britain, with 1.5 million adults saying they are unable to look after their elderly parents because they can't afford to live near them.
New report recognises volunteers working with children
A new bellwether report launched today by the Children’s Workforce Development Council (CWDC) showcases the important role played by an estimated six million adults across the UK in supporting the young.
The power of positive thinking
Whether it’s the cold weather, men problems, work or general health, it’s all too easy for us ladies to put a negative spin on things, and February is one of the worst months of the year for moaning. So how can we get out of the habit of complaining and start looking at things more positively?
Help for couples forced to choose between home or family
Shocking new research reveals that couples are being forced to delay having children because of a lack of affordable housing.
January a winter wedding washout
January is the least popular time of the year to get married in the UK, with the first two weekends of the month being virtually a wedding-free zone.
Search starts for the UK’s top school band
Political party leaders and celebrities are supporting a brand new BRIT Award which will be given to a school act, in a national competition to find the UK’s future music stars.
How to afford a better future for your family
Do you struggle to save enough money for unexpected things for your family? With many families looking to catch their breath after the financially-exhausting season, some clear guidance and helpful tips on budgeting for the entire year are needed now.