UK School Closures List for Wednesday Due to Snow
Hundreds of schools across the UK are closed on Wednesday, 7th January 2026, due to severe snow and ice. Check the full list of closures in Scotland, Northern Ireland, and England.
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£98 Energy Vouchers for Nottingham - Apply by Sunday
Nottingham City Council offers 1,000 £98 energy vouchers via the DWP Household Support Fund. Apply before midnight Sunday, 11 January 2026. Details inside.
Staffordshire school closures due to snow - full list
Dozens of schools across Staffordshire are closed on Tuesday, 6 January 2026, due to dangerous snow and ice. Check the full list of closures and the council's safety criteria here.
Bristol Old Vic Theatre School relaunches acting courses
Bristol Old Vic Theatre School announces new foundation courses one year after pausing undergraduate training. Applications close March 26 for a September start.
Alder Coppice Primary 'rocked' by staff death
Alder Coppice Primary School in Sedgley is grieving the unexpected death of beloved site manager David Haycock. The school plans a special commemoration. Read the full story.
School meal price rise sparks fury across UK
Outrage as school meal prices rise for the first time in nine years, hitting families in Northern Ireland and England. Experts warn of a 'massive negative impact' on children's health and education.
Government rejects four-day school week petition
Children's Minister Josh MacAlister has dismissed calls for a four-day school week in England, warning it would harm learning and put pressure on families. Read the full response.
Sainsbury's Energy scheme offers £1,500 in vouchers
Sainsbury's Energy customers can earn up to £1,500 in high street vouchers by referring friends. The scheme offers £30 per successful switch to over 100 retailers.
Nuneaton School Closed After Major Cyber Attack
Higham Lane School in Nuneaton remains shut after a targeted hack crippled its IT systems. Pupils get extra days off as technicians work to restore security. Read for updates.
Fresh £98 Cost of Living Payments Start Monday in Leicestershire
Leicestershire households can apply for fresh support from the DWP's Household Support Fund from Monday, including £98 fuel vouchers and weekly payments to tackle hardship.
Nuneaton school shut for days after cyber attack
Higham Lane School in Nuneaton remains closed after a cyber attack crippled its IT systems. Pupils face at least two extra days off. Read the latest updates.
£300 Supermarket Vouchers for Surrey Households
Eligible Surrey households can claim £300 e-vouchers for nine major supermarkets from January 1. Learn how to apply for this Government-funded cost-of-living support.
Tax-Free Allowance to Hit £27,070 with Three Hacks
HMRC is set to increase your effective Personal Allowance to £27,070. Discover three legitimate 'hacks' including Rent a Room and Tax-Free Childcare that could save you thousands.
£85 Cost of Living Vouchers for Shropshire Households
Telford & Wrekin Council announces £85 supermarket vouchers for eligible pensioners and extended food voucher scheme for children, funded by DWP's extended Household Support Fund.
Derbyshire Pensioners Get £110 Cost of Living Vouchers
Derbyshire council is distributing £110 Post Office vouchers to eligible pensioners and low-income adults. Find out if you qualify and how to apply for the Household Support Fund.
Leicestershire Council Issues £20 Per Adult Vouchers
Leicestershire County Council is providing weekly supermarket vouchers of up to £140 to families facing hardship. Find out if you're eligible and how to apply.
Child 'pushed off chair' at Leicester primary school
Parents claim a seven-year-old was pushed by a staff member at Stokes Wood Primary in Leicester, leaving the child with a head injury. The school's investigation concluded safeguards were followed.
M&S launches new 'Nutrient Dense' food range
Marks & Spencer launches a new 'Nutrient Dense' food range on January 5, targeting users of weight-loss medications. Discover the 20 calorie-controlled products designed to boost essential vitamins and fibre.
£70 per child cost of living payments for Middlesbrough
Middlesbrough households with children eligible for free school meals can apply for a £70 voucher per child. The support is part of the DWP's Household Support Fund. Learn how to apply.
Co-op launches 'Good Fuel' meals for weight loss jab users
The Co-operative launches a first-of-its-kind range of mini meals for people on weight-loss injections like Wegovy. The 'Good Fuel' meals cater to smaller appetites from 7th January.
New Cost of Living Payments for Nottingham from 5 Jan
Nottingham City Council launches a new round of £98 energy vouchers from 5 January 2026. Applications open for one week. Find out if you are eligible and how to apply.
Birmingham Primary School 2026 Applications Close Jan 15
Parents in Birmingham must submit primary school applications for September 2026 by January 15. Late forms risk children missing their preferred school. Here's the full guide.
Critical Jan 15 Deadline for Wolverhampton School Applications
Urgent reminder for Wolverhampton parents: the deadline for primary school applications is 15 January 2026. With only 43% submitted, late applications risk losing preferred school places.
Urgent School Application Deadline for Wolverhampton Parents
Wolverhampton Council urges parents to apply for September 2026 primary school places before the January 15 deadline. Online applications are quick and secure.
NHS Guide: When to Keep Your Child Off School
Struggling to decide if your child is well enough for school? The NHS provides clear guidance on 17 common illnesses, from chickenpox to COVID-19. Learn the rules to keep everyone safe.
£110 Cost of Living Vouchers for UK Households
Cambridgeshire households can apply for £110 supermarket vouchers under the Household Support Fund. Find out if you're eligible and how to claim before the deadline.
Quiz: How Many School Assembly Hymns Do You Recall?
Take our nostalgic quiz to test your memory of classic primary school assembly hymns. Challenge your friends and see if you're an expert on these childhood 'bangers'.
Expert: Scrap attendance awards, allow mental health days
Parenting expert Abi Clarke argues 'good attendance' awards are harmful and primary pupils need mental health days to prevent severe burnout. Discover her call for change.
Village school shrinks capacity as families flee HS2 disruption
Water Orton Primary School is set to reduce its yearly intake from 45 to 30 pupils by 2027. Local MP Rachel Taylor blames HS2 disruption for families leaving the area. Read the full story.
Derby students raise £2k+ for charity at festive market
Year 12 students at Derby Cathedral School organised the school's inaugural Christmas market, raising over £2,000 for local charities. The event featured 35 stalls and was part of the Archbishop's Young Leaders Award.
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