Young Performers Wanted for Eisteddfod y Felinheli 2026
Young performers across Wales are invited to compete at Eisteddfod y Felinheli 2026 on February 7. A perfect warm-up for the Urdd National Eisteddfod on Anglesey. Apply now!
Young performers across Wales are invited to compete at Eisteddfod y Felinheli 2026 on February 7. A perfect warm-up for the Urdd National Eisteddfod on Anglesey. Apply now!
The Llangollen International Musical Eisteddfod has opened applications for its prestigious Pendine International Voice of the Future competition. The winner receives £3,000 and the Pendine Trophy. Apply by March 12.
The BBC is opening a free immersive 'creative arena' in Digbeth, Birmingham. Young fans aged 16-24 can experience The Traitors, EastEnders & more on 5th Feb.
Northorpe Hall Child and Family Trust launches a volunteer drive on January 27 to recruit mentors for young people. Find out how you can make a lasting difference.
Two young women from Ashby-de-la-Zouch shared how a Rotary-sponsored leadership course boosted their confidence. Discover how to apply for this free annual opportunity.
Aston Villa complete the signing of 17-year-old striker Brian Madjo from FC Metz for £10 million. The Luxembourg-raised talent calls Villa's project 'perfect' for his development. Read his first interview.
The Star Project theatre school in Birmingham has formed its first professional company for young performers aged 11-17. The not-for-profit initiative will pay its members and debut with an immersive show in 2026.
Barclays issues an urgent warning as money mule scams rise by 22%. Over 207,000 accounts were misused in 2024, with a third of victims aged 22-29. Learn how to protect yourself.
Join the community at Whisby Nature Park on 22 Feb 2026 to plant a snowdrop in memory of a loved one. Support Child Bereavement UK. Donations from £2.
Labour's new road safety strategy aims for a 65% reduction in deaths by 2035. Experts call for mandatory telematics for new drivers to bridge safety gaps. Consultation open until March 31.
Labour's new Road Safety Strategy proposes a minimum 3-6 month learning period for young drivers and a lower alcohol limit. Experts urge caution to avoid unfairly penalising new motorists.
The Young Voices children's choir event at the BP Pulse Live Arena is postponed as an amber weather alert predicts up to 15cm of snow. Safety concerns lead organisers to reschedule.
The UK government reveals a bold new road safety strategy targeting a 70% reduction in child deaths by 2035. Key measures include tackling drink driving and improving young driver training.
Love Island Winter 2023 favourites Will Young and Jessie Wynter are engaged! The couple revealed they've been secretly celebrating for a month. Read their sweet proposal story.
Ten-year-old Jamie Smart wins a Wildlife Photographer of the Year 2025 category with a stunning spider shot. Discover her journey from her garden to global acclaim and her mission to inspire conservation.
Jamie Smart, a 10-year-old home-schooled Instagram star, wins a major wildlife photography award with a stunning spider shot. See her incredible work in Wolverhampton until 25 January.
West Midlands PCC Simon Foster urges government to adopt Progressive Driving Licences for new drivers, including curfews and lower alcohol limits, to cut road deaths.
A mischievous Staffordshire Bull Terrier pup named Nova snatched Santa's beard at a festive doggy daycare event in Sunderland, sparking a hilarious 10-minute chase. Read the full story of the Christmas chaos.
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.
East Anglia's Children's Hospices hosted a magical Winter Wonderland in Milton, featuring Santa, laser shows, and festive activities, creating precious moments for supported families.
Young adults leaving care in England will receive free NHS prescriptions, dental treatment, and eye tests up to age 25. A new pilot also offers paid NHS internships and guaranteed interviews.
Dafydd Pett from Bridgend has won the BBC Countryfile Young Countryside Champion 2025 award for his beekeeping, youth work, and pollinator advocacy. Discover his inspiring story.
Young's Seafood urgently recalls Lemon & Pepper Fish Fillets sold in major UK supermarkets due to undeclared mustard. Customers with allergies urged to return product for full refund.
West Midlands Police and Crime Commissioner Simon Foster urges the Government to adopt radical new driving licence rules for young motorists, including night-time curfews and passenger restrictions, to cut fatal collisions.
West Midlands PCC calls for new laws to restrict young drivers at night and with passengers. Could this cut fatal crashes? Read the full proposal.
A coroner urges action on graduated driving licences after three teens died in a Warwickshire crash. Could new drivers face passenger bans?
Safety campaigners urge a 'Graduated Driving Licence' with a night curfew and near-zero alcohol limits for new drivers to reduce serious accidents. Could this save young lives?
Kent Police is trialling voluntary GPS ankle tags, dubbed 'chav nav', to help young offenders break the cycle of crime. The scheme aims to reduce shoplifting and antisocial behaviour.
HMRC urges 18-23 year olds to claim matured Child Trust Funds worth an average of £2,242. Find out if you were born between 2002-2011 and have money waiting.
A coroner warns more will die unless action is taken on newly qualified drivers, following the deaths of Matilda Seccombe and Harry Purcell in a 2023 crash.