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A Universal Credit rollout roadside sign.

Last chance to tell government to stop Universal Credit cuts

Friday 27 June 2025

The government's consultation on some of the changes announced in the Pathways for Work disability reform green paper closes on Monday 30 June....
Dan with Allegra and Dante
‘We had to borrow money, use a food bank and jump through constant hoops’: Dan’s pandemic story

Thursday 2 December 2021
Scottish £10 bank note
Scottish Child Payment to increase to £20 per week

Thursday 2 December 2021
Baby in a pushchair
Could your child’s cold lead to something more serious?

Thursday 2 December 2021
The hands of a medical professional giving someone a vaccine shot
Second Covid vaccine dose approved for 12-15 year olds

Wednesday 1 December 2021
Child wearing mask at home
Covid restrictions reintroduced in education settings in England

Wednesday 1 December 2021
A group of people stand in a circle with their hands stacked together in the center. Each person is wearing a colorful sweater, showcasing various textures and patterns. The image conveys a sense of unity and teamwork.
#LetsParticipate21

Monday 29 November 2021
Fledglings - child playing with Christmas toys
Fledglings Black Friday is here: 15% off everything!

Friday 26 November 2021
Interior of empty school bus
Do you know your rights to free school transport in England?

Wednesday 24 November 2021
Coins next to a calculator
More generous Universal Credit rules for working families introduced from tomorrow

Tuesday 23 November 2021
Close up of £20 bank notes
Child Disability Payment, Scotland’s replacement for DLA, launched today

Monday 22 November 2021
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Would your child qualify for DLA higher rate mobility? Find out at our Facebook Q&A

Friday 19 November 2021
A person with glasses and blue-tinted hair is smiling beside a young child with curly hair who is also smiling. Both appear to be sitting on a couch, sharing a joyful moment together.
“I had literally no idea how dangerous a common cold could be for my newborn. I wish I’d know about RSV”

Friday 19 November 2021
Purple banner with white text that says: "Families with disabled children deserve a benefits system that genuinely values them. Help turn the tide. Write to your MP."
Families with disabled children left financially devastated by pandemic, new study reveals

Thursday 18 November 2021
Child with snowman outside at winter
Scottish government extends child winter heating assistance to 16-18 year olds on PIP enhanced daily living component

Wednesday 17 November 2021
Celebrating 10 years of our special education helpline service

Tuesday 16 November 2021
Portrait of Will Quince MP, the children and families minister
Children and Families Minister publishes open letter to parent carers in England

Wednesday 10 November 2021
School desk with workbooks and stationary
Join our Additional Learning Needs Wales webinar on 18 November

Wednesday 10 November 2021
Text: "ARE YOU READY? More children than ever are catching an infectious respiratory virus this year that can cause severe illness in vulnerable infants. Find out what to do at contact.org.uk/rsv." Background: Blue with virus and medical icons. Logos: #HWFund, contact.
Nearly 250 of you have already joined our baby & toddler email group!

Tuesday 9 November 2021