£500m Youth Plan Aims to End 'Safe at Home, Not in Between'
The government pledges £500m for youth services, aiming for a safe space within a 10-minute walk for every young person in Peckham, tackling loneliness and youth violence.
The government pledges £500m for youth services, aiming for a safe space within a 10-minute walk for every young person in Peckham, tackling loneliness and youth violence.
Labour's first national youth strategy in 15 years pledges £500 million to rebuild youth services, inspired by a child's plea: 'I'm safe at school, safe at home, but not in between.'
Pope Leo XIV will travel to Spain in 2026, visiting Madrid, Barcelona, and the migrant-arrival hub of the Canary Islands. Read the full itinerary details and significance of the papal trip.
As the UK government unveils a new youth strategy, we examine the devastating impact of austerity on youth centres and the skilled workers who can turn a tube carriage into a safe space.
Former Labour minister Alan Milburn warns the collapse of teenage Saturday jobs is leaving a generation unprepared for work. His review may overhaul youth benefits to mirror Australian models.
Former Labour minister Alan Milburn warns the collapse of traditional Saturday jobs is leaving young people unprepared for work. His review may overhaul youth benefits, inspired by Australian models.
Apple Fitness+ launches a major update for 2026, featuring multi-week fitness programmes, new guest workouts with Mel B, and enhanced tracking. Start your New Year's fitness journey today.
DIY SOS host Nick Knowles was overcome with emotion while rebuilding a crucial youth club in Beverley. The BBC One Christmas special highlights the project's profound community impact. Stream the episode now on BBC iPlayer.
Former minister Alan Milburn warns of a 'lost generation' as he launches a review into youth inactivity, questioning if the rising minimum wage prices young people out of jobs. Read his stark analysis.
Two teenagers remain on the run in Tasmania after a mass escape from Ashley Youth Detention Centre. Five others have been recaptured following a police search. Read the latest updates.
Shocking new research reveals over 120,000 teens in England and Wales were exploited into drug and weapon crimes last year. Discover the findings and urgent calls for action.
A 15-year-old pupil has been arrested after a fatal stabbing at a Moscow region school, marking Russia's second such tragedy this week. Read the latest details.
Pharmacists share crucial advice on reducing prescription drug costs, from new Medicare caps to discount cards and assistance programmes. Learn how to navigate the pharmacy to save money.
Liverpool academy winger Kai Morrall, 15, has left the club to join Leeds United in search of a clearer first-team pathway. The Republic of Ireland youth international leaves after eight years. Read the full story.
Shocking new data reveals 1 in 9 UK teenagers are asked to handle drugs or weapons. Over 120,000 are exploited. Discover the findings and solutions.
New international research suggests school anti-bullying programmes that push peer intervention may be less effective. Experts advise a whole-school approach instead. Read the findings.
Chelsea's youth team faced racist abuse in Azerbaijan, prompting UEFA to fine Qarabag £4,379 and impose a suspended stadium ban. Read the full investigation details.
15-year-old Max Dowman scored a breathtaking solo goal for Arsenal's youth team against Bayern Munich in the UEFA Youth League. The teenage sensation continues to impress in his debut season.
A former youth detention centre worker has been acquitted on three sexual assault charges, while the jury deadlocked on five others in a major abuse scandal. Discover the latest developments.
The Trump administration is accelerating its plan to shut down the US Education Department, transferring major grant programmes to other agencies. Discover the implications.
Labour-led committee expresses 'alarm' at government plans to slash prison education budgets by up to 50%, threatening rehabilitation efforts and reoffending rates.
Chelsea Football Club issues strong statement after Under-19s face racist chanting during UEFA Youth League match in Baku, calling for immediate UEFA investigation.
A High Court judge has ruled a teenager removed from London gang culture to Ghana should remain there temporarily, highlighting radical approaches to youth violence prevention.
As US foreign aid programmes face significant cuts, mixed reactions emerge from communities worldwide. While some lament the loss of crucial funding, others question the effectiveness and legacy of American development assistance.
Shocking new figures reveal a dramatic surge in Scottish children facing attempted murder charges, with experts warning organised crime gangs are systematically exploiting vulnerable youngsters across the nation.
New research reveals over half of UK jobseekers fail to secure permanent employment through private agencies, raising serious questions about the effectiveness of the government's back-to-work programmes.
Discover the vibrant history of British youth culture at London's newest museum, featuring rare photographs, fashion, and memorabilia from decades of teenage rebellion and style.
Shocking court case reveals how teenage girl gangsters laughed and sang while beating a man to death, then posed for smiling selfies in aftermath of violent attack.
A former Pentagon official reveals disturbing details about mandatory diversity training programmes within the US military, exposing coercive tactics and controversial content.
Discover the groundbreaking Museum of Youth Culture opening in England, celebrating 100 years of teenage fashion, music and rebellion across generations.