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        <title>Latest News | Commentary | Action for Children</title><link>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news</link><description><![CDATA[]]></description><image><url>/media/105/logo.png</url><title>Latest News | Commentary | Action for Children</title><link>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news</link></image><item><title>Early intervention call to support vulnerable children</title><link>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2013/may/early-intervention-call-to-support-vulnerable-children</link><guid>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2013/may/early-intervention-call-to-support-vulnerable-children</guid><pubDate>Thu, 16 May 2013 00:00:00 +0100</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Action for Children backs the BMAs call for early intervention to support vulnerable children and families. ]]></description></item><item><title>Young carers should have same rights as adult carers</title><link>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2013/may/young-carers-should-have-same-rights-as-adult-carers</link><guid>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2013/may/young-carers-should-have-same-rights-as-adult-carers</guid><pubDate>Thu, 16 May 2013 00:00:00 +0100</pubDate><description><![CDATA[New statistics highlight that we need to do more to recognise and support young carers.]]></description></item><item><title>Vulnerable young people without qualifications need support</title><link>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2013/may/vulnerable-young-people-without-qualifications-need-support</link><guid>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2013/may/vulnerable-young-people-without-qualifications-need-support</guid><pubDate>Wed, 15 May 2013 00:00:00 +0100</pubDate><description><![CDATA[As the latest unemployment figures are announced by the Office for National Statistics (ONS) today, Action for Children says that more needs to be done for vulnerable young people, particularly those with no or poor qualifications. ]]></description></item><item><title>Foster children show the UK their superhero carers</title><link>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2013/may/foster-children-show-the-uk-their-superhero-carers</link><guid>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2013/may/foster-children-show-the-uk-their-superhero-carers</guid><pubDate>Mon, 13 May 2013 12:00:00 +0100</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Action for Children is on tour this Foster Care Fortnight (May 13 – 26, 2013) with artwork created by some of the hundreds of children and young people we currently support through our fostering projects. 

]]></description></item><item><title>Positive changes achieved through intensive family support</title><link>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2013/may/positive-changes-achieved-through-intensive-family-support</link><guid>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2013/may/positive-changes-achieved-through-intensive-family-support</guid><pubDate>Mon, 13 May 2013 00:00:00 +0100</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Dame Clare Tickell comments on figures released on local authorities' progress within the Government's 'troubled families' programme. ]]></description></item><item><title>Out-dated law on child neglect must be reformed</title><link>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2013/may/out-dated-law-on-child-neglect-must-be-reformed</link><guid>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2013/may/out-dated-law-on-child-neglect-must-be-reformed</guid><pubDate>Wed, 08 May 2013 00:00:00 +0100</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Despite no mention in Wednesday’s Queen’s speech – Head of Public Affairs and Campaigns Matthew Downie explains why the out-dated law on child neglect must be reformed this parliamentary session]]></description></item><item><title>Hackney Young Carers receive boost from NHS Foundation Trust</title><link>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2013/may/hackney-young-carers-receive-boost-from-nhs-foundation-trust</link><guid>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2013/may/hackney-young-carers-receive-boost-from-nhs-foundation-trust</guid><pubDate>Tue, 07 May 2013 00:00:00 +0100</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Action for Children’s Hackney Young Carers service has received a welcome financial boost thanks to the staff at East London NHS Foundation Trust.]]></description></item><item><title>Sailors and pirates return to Portsmouth</title><link>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2013/may/sailors-and-pirates-return-to-portsmouth</link><guid>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2013/may/sailors-and-pirates-return-to-portsmouth</guid><pubDate>Tue, 07 May 2013 00:00:00 +0100</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Sailors and pirates are returning to Portsmouth this month to hold business and community figures to ransom on board the historic HMS Warrior 1860 at the Historic Dockyard.]]></description></item><item><title>Frank Bruno MBE takes his Action for Children</title><link>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2013/may/frank-bruno-mbe-takes-his-action-for-children</link><guid>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2013/may/frank-bruno-mbe-takes-his-action-for-children</guid><pubDate>Tue, 07 May 2013 00:00:00 +0100</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Sports legend Frank Bruno MBE has been revealed as the guest speaker at Action for Children Scotland’s tenth anniversary Sports Dinner, to be held at Glasgow’s Radisson Blu on Friday, 21 June 2013.]]></description></item><item><title>Action for Children responds to the Care Inquiry report</title><link>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2013/may/action-for-children-responds-to-the-care-inquiry-report</link><guid>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2013/may/action-for-children-responds-to-the-care-inquiry-report</guid><pubDate>Wed, 01 May 2013 09:00:00 +0100</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Action for Children welcomes the findings from the recent Care Inquiry which urges the Government to rethink the way in which the most vulnerable children and families who encounter the care system are treated in England. 
]]></description></item><item><title>Local children's services hampered by short-term financial planning in Westminster</title><link>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2013/april/local-childrens-services-hampered-by-short-term-financial-planning-in-westminster</link><guid>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2013/april/local-childrens-services-hampered-by-short-term-financial-planning-in-westminster</guid><pubDate>Wed, 24 Apr 2013 09:00:00 +0100</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Action for Children launches a new report, highlighting the constraints that English local authorities are facing despite the Government’s commitment to ‘localism.’]]></description></item><item><title>Action for Children needs Kent runners to put their best feet forward</title><link>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2013/april/kent-runners-wanted-to-put-best-foot-forwards-for-childrens-charity</link><guid>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2013/april/kent-runners-wanted-to-put-best-foot-forwards-for-childrens-charity</guid><pubDate>Mon, 22 Apr 2013 00:00:00 +0100</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Action for Children is appealing to runners in Kent to put their best foot forwards and take part in the Bupa London 10,000 race on 27 May 2013.]]></description></item><item><title>Families’ struggles continue to worsen</title><link>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2013/april/families-struggles-continue-to-worsen</link><guid>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2013/april/families-struggles-continue-to-worsen</guid><pubDate>Mon, 22 Apr 2013 00:00:00 +0100</pubDate><description><![CDATA[British households feel even worse off than last month according to a survey out today.]]></description></item><item><title>Call to shift focus to the prevention of child abuse and neglect is welcomed</title><link>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2013/april/call-to-shift-focus-to-the-prevention-of-child-abuse-and-neglect-is-welcomed</link><guid>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2013/april/call-to-shift-focus-to-the-prevention-of-child-abuse-and-neglect-is-welcomed</guid><pubDate>Thu, 18 Apr 2013 00:00:00 +0100</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Action for Children welcomes the NSPCC's call to shift the focus to the prevention of child abuse and neglect. ]]></description></item><item><title>Park View Day Nursery first to receive Gold standard</title><link>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2013/april/park-view-day-nursery-first-to-receive-gold-standard</link><guid>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2013/april/park-view-day-nursery-first-to-receive-gold-standard</guid><pubDate>Thu, 18 Apr 2013 00:00:00 +0100</pubDate><description><![CDATA[A Bournemouth children’s nursery is the first to receive a Gold Healthy Early Years (HEY) award in recognition for its work to improve its facilities and develop opportunities for learning with a new outdoor play area.]]></description></item><item><title>Jo goes extra mile for charity with London Marathon challenge</title><link>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2013/april/jo-goes-extra-mile-for-charity-with-london-marathon-challenge</link><guid>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2013/april/jo-goes-extra-mile-for-charity-with-london-marathon-challenge</guid><pubDate>Tue, 16 Apr 2013 00:00:00 +0100</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Hertfordshire woman Joanna Hill is taking on the London Marathon on 21 April in a bid to raise at least £4,000 for Action for Children’s local services that offer short breaks for disabled children and young people – and which are making a real difference to many local families, including her own.]]></description></item><item><title>Local mother runs for children’s charity</title><link>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2013/april/local-mother-runs-for-childrens-charity</link><guid>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2013/april/local-mother-runs-for-childrens-charity</guid><pubDate>Tue, 16 Apr 2013 00:00:00 +0100</pubDate><description><![CDATA[A local mother who had to pull out of the London Marathon in 2011 and 2012 will be taking part in this year’s event to raise £2,500 for Action for Children.]]></description></item><item><title>Sisters team up for marathon race</title><link>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2013/april/sisters-team-up-for-marathon-race</link><guid>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2013/april/sisters-team-up-for-marathon-race</guid><pubDate>Tue, 16 Apr 2013 00:00:00 +0100</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Sisters in Swansea and Norwich have teamed up to run the London Marathon, raising more than £3,500 for Action for Children-Gweithredu dros Blant.]]></description></item><item><title>Concern over impact of benefit cap on vulnerable children and families</title><link>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2013/april/concern-over-impact-of-benefit-cap-on-vulnerable-children-and-families</link><guid>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2013/april/concern-over-impact-of-benefit-cap-on-vulnerable-children-and-families</guid><pubDate>Mon, 15 Apr 2013 12:00:00 +0100</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Our response to Government welfare reform trials, that may impact some of the most vulnerable children and families.]]></description></item><item><title>Cross-party support for Early Intervention welcomed</title><link>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2013/april/cross-party-support-for-early-intervention-welcomed</link><guid>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2013/april/cross-party-support-for-early-intervention-welcomed</guid><pubDate>Mon, 15 Apr 2013 00:00:00 +0100</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Action for children welcomes the cross-party launch of the Early Intervention Foundation. ]]></description></item><item><title>Call for urgent update as out-dated child neglect law reaches 80th anniversary</title><link>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2013/april/call-for-urgent-update-as-out-dated-child-neglect-law-reaches-80th-anniversary</link><guid>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2013/april/call-for-urgent-update-as-out-dated-child-neglect-law-reaches-80th-anniversary</guid><pubDate>Sat, 13 Apr 2013 06:00:00 +0100</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The current criminal law on child neglect, which is 80 years old today, is outdated and inadequate. Action for Children are campaigning for the law to be overturned and replaced with updated legislation that is fit for purpose. ]]></description></item><item><title>Action for Children responds to Ofsted's u-turn</title><link>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2013/april/action-for-children-responds-to-ofsteds-u-turn</link><guid>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2013/april/action-for-children-responds-to-ofsteds-u-turn</guid><pubDate>Fri, 12 Apr 2013 00:00:00 +0100</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Today the chief inspector of Ofsted has announced that plans for multi-agency child protection inspections have been cancelled and that there will be no separate inspections of services for looked-after children.   ]]></description></item><item><title>Bristol engineers raise thousands in daredevil abseil</title><link>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2013/april/bristol-engineers-raise-thousands-in-daredevil-abseil</link><guid>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2013/april/bristol-engineers-raise-thousands-in-daredevil-abseil</guid><pubDate>Fri, 12 Apr 2013 00:00:00 +0100</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Engineers from Bristol-based Dynamatic-Oldland Aerospace have raised more than £4,000 for Action for Children after a daring 100ft abseil from the roof of Yeovil District Hospital.]]></description></item><item><title>Brave bears needed for daring Cathedral stunt</title><link>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2013/april/brave-bears-needed-for-daring-cathedral-stunt</link><guid>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2013/april/brave-bears-needed-for-daring-cathedral-stunt</guid><pubDate>Fri, 12 Apr 2013 00:00:00 +0100</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Action for Children is appealing for brave teddy bears to take to the skies as part of a sponsored parachute jump at Salisbury Cathedral on Saturday 18 May.]]></description></item><item><title>Plymouth head teacher's marathon fundraiser</title><link>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2013/april/plymouth-head-teachers-marathon-fundraiser</link><guid>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2013/april/plymouth-head-teachers-marathon-fundraiser</guid><pubDate>Fri, 12 Apr 2013 00:00:00 +0100</pubDate><description><![CDATA[A Plymstock head teacher, who was told he could never run again after a hip replacement, is running the London Marathon to raise £2,000 for Action for Children.]]></description></item><item><title>Ebbw Vale father goes the extra mile for children’s charity</title><link>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2013/april/father-goes-the-extra-mile-for-childrens-charity</link><guid>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2013/april/father-goes-the-extra-mile-for-childrens-charity</guid><pubDate>Fri, 12 Apr 2013 00:00:00 +0100</pubDate><description><![CDATA[An Ebbw Vale father who got into running after being told he was overweight by doctors is now taking part in the London Marathon to raise £2,000 for Action for Children-Gweithredu dros Blant.]]></description></item><item><title>UNICEF report highlights need for supported training for young people</title><link>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2013/april/unicef-report-highlights-need-for-supported-training-for-young-people</link><guid>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2013/april/unicef-report-highlights-need-for-supported-training-for-young-people</guid><pubDate>Wed, 10 Apr 2013 00:00:00 +0100</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Today's UNICEF report shows why now more than ever more supported training programmes are needed to help young people not in education, employment or training.]]></description></item><item><title>Eastbourne business thanked by Action for Children</title><link>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2013/april/eastbourne-business-thanked-by-action-for-children</link><guid>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2013/april/eastbourne-business-thanked-by-action-for-children</guid><pubDate>Wed, 10 Apr 2013 00:00:00 +0100</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Action for Children has thanked Eastbourne-based business K-Starz for its generous support, which has raised almost £1,000 for its work with vulnerable and neglected children.]]></description></item><item><title>Action for Children seeks Billericay volunteers</title><link>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2013/april/billericay-volunteers-sought-by-leading-childrens-charity</link><guid>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2013/april/billericay-volunteers-sought-by-leading-childrens-charity</guid><pubDate>Tue, 09 Apr 2013 00:00:00 +0100</pubDate><description><![CDATA[An annual event in Billericay that has raised a remarkable £130,000 over the past 20 years – making a life-changing difference to many vulnerable and neglected children – urgently needs volunteers to help it continue its success in 2013. ]]></description></item><item><title>Thank you to our Eggsperts</title><link>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2013/april/thank-you-to-our-eggsperts</link><guid>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2013/april/thank-you-to-our-eggsperts</guid><pubDate>Tue, 09 Apr 2013 00:00:00 +0100</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Action for Children has been overwhelmed by the generosity of nearly 300 volunteer ‘Eggsperts’ from across the UK.]]></description></item><item><title>Ready, set, paint as local teens start Clydebank Challenge</title><link>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2013/april/ready-set-paint-as-local-teens-start-clydebank-challenge</link><guid>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2013/april/ready-set-paint-as-local-teens-start-clydebank-challenge</guid><pubDate>Tue, 09 Apr 2013 00:00:00 +0100</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Twelve Clydebank teens have been set the task of transforming local flats as part of Action for Children Scotland’s efforts to help young people gain life and work skills.]]></description></item><item><title>Labour AM visits early intervention project in Denbighshire</title><link>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2013/april/labour-am-visits-early-intervention-project-in-denbighshire</link><guid>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2013/april/labour-am-visits-early-intervention-project-in-denbighshire</guid><pubDate>Tue, 09 Apr 2013 00:00:00 +0100</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Labour AM Ken Skates visited the Denbighshire Big Lottery Bridge Project at Ysgol Bryn Collen in Llangollen last week (Tuesday 9 April) to find out what services are available to local children and their families.]]></description></item><item><title>North Wales teacher makes marathon effort</title><link>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2013/april/teacher-makes-marathon-effort</link><guid>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2013/april/teacher-makes-marathon-effort</guid><pubDate>Mon, 08 Apr 2013 00:00:00 +0100</pubDate><description><![CDATA[A PE teacher at Ysgol Clywedog is running the London Marathon to raise £1,900 for Action for Children-Gweithredu dros Blant after recovering from a misaligned kneecap.]]></description></item><item><title>Children's charity appeals for Scots runners to have a bite at Monster Marathon</title><link>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2013/april/action-for-children-appeals-for-scots-runners</link><guid>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2013/april/action-for-children-appeals-for-scots-runners</guid><pubDate>Fri, 05 Apr 2013 00:00:00 +0100</pubDate><description><![CDATA[September sees the return of one of the UK’s leading running events and Action for Children Scotland is appealing to energetic Scots to have a bite at this monster marathon.]]></description></item><item><title>North West residents asked to make a splash and raise some cash for charity</title><link>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2013/april/north-west-residents-asked-to-make-a-splash</link><guid>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2013/april/north-west-residents-asked-to-make-a-splash</guid><pubDate>Fri, 05 Apr 2013 00:00:00 +0100</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Residents across the North West are being encouraged to make a splash and raise some cash for charity at the Great North Swim.]]></description></item><item><title>Spiralling costs of entertaining kids puts parents under pressure over Easter holidays</title><link>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2013/march/spiralling-costs-of-entertaining-kids-puts-parents-under-pressure-over-easter-holidays</link><guid>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2013/march/spiralling-costs-of-entertaining-kids-puts-parents-under-pressure-over-easter-holidays</guid><pubDate>Fri, 29 Mar 2013 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Families across the UK are set to spend a staggering £3.6 billion over the Easter holidays according to our new research. ]]></description></item><item><title>Children bearing the brunt of rising poverty</title><link>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2013/march/children-bearing-the-brunt-of-rising-poverty</link><guid>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2013/march/children-bearing-the-brunt-of-rising-poverty</guid><pubDate>Thu, 28 Mar 2013 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Research published today by Poverty and Social Exclusion shows that over 16 million people cannot afford adequate housing, while some 4 million people do not eat properly.]]></description></item><item><title>‘Tiny Teachers’ take root as pioneering children’s class is offered Scotland-wide</title><link>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2013/march/tiny-teachers-take-root-as-pioneering-childrens-class-is-offered-scotland-wide</link><guid>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2013/march/tiny-teachers-take-root-as-pioneering-childrens-class-is-offered-scotland-wide</guid><pubDate>Wed, 27 Mar 2013 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Scotland will become the first country worldwide to deliver internationally-acclaimed anti-bullying programme Roots of Empathy in every council area following £1.2 million Scottish Government funding.]]></description></item><item><title>Action for Children supports Foster Carers 2013</title><link>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2013/action-for-children-supports-foster-carers-2013</link><guid>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2013/action-for-children-supports-foster-carers-2013</guid><pubDate>Fri, 22 Mar 2013 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Action for Children is supporting Community Care's Supporting Foster Carers Conference - taking place on 23 April 2013 in London. ]]></description></item><item><title>World's Biggest Egg Hunt gets one week 'egg'stention</title><link>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2013/worlds-biggest-egg-hunt-gets-one-week-eggstention</link><guid>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2013/worlds-biggest-egg-hunt-gets-one-week-eggstention</guid><pubDate>Fri, 22 Mar 2013 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Lindt Big Egg Hunt, the world’s biggest Easter egg hunt, returns to London today and has now been 'eggs'tended until Sunday 7 April, raising more money for Action for Children]]></description></item><item><title>Join us for Breakfast Briefings on Early Intervention, Social Impact Bonds and Troubled Families</title><link>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2013/march/breakfast-briefing-series-on-early-intervention-social-impact-bonds-and-troubled-families</link><guid>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2013/march/breakfast-briefing-series-on-early-intervention-social-impact-bonds-and-troubled-families</guid><pubDate>Thu, 21 Mar 2013 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Action for Children are hosting a series of Breakfast Briefings in Westminster on Early Intervention, Social Impact Bonds and Troubled Families.]]></description></item><item><title>Revised Working Together to Safeguard Children guidance a step in the right direction</title><link>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2013/march/revised-working-together-guidance-a-step-in-the-right-direction</link><guid>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2013/march/revised-working-together-guidance-a-step-in-the-right-direction</guid><pubDate>Thu, 21 Mar 2013 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate><description><![CDATA[We are pleased that the revised statutory guidance, Working Together to Safeguard Children, has such a strong focus on early help, but we are disappointed that the Government has not taken the opportunity to require the provision of service]]></description></item><item><title>UPDATED Budget 2013: what’s the price worth paying?</title><link>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2013/march/budget-2013-whats-the-price-worth-paying</link><guid>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2013/march/budget-2013-whats-the-price-worth-paying</guid><pubDate>Wed, 20 Mar 2013 05:45:00 +0000</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The UK’s most vulnerable families are once again ignored in the Chancellor's Budget.]]></description></item><item><title>Local families celebrate Spring with fun and exercise at Ulster American Folk Park</title><link>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2013/march/local-families-celebrate-spring-with-fun-and-exercise-at-ulster-american-folk-park</link><guid>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2013/march/local-families-celebrate-spring-with-fun-and-exercise-at-ulster-american-folk-park</guid><pubDate>Wed, 20 Mar 2013 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Dozens of local families gathered together with the Easter Bunny at Ulster American Folk Park today (20 March) to celebrate the arrival Spring, in a Family Adventure Walk organised by Action for Children’s Early Intervention Family Support Service in partnership with Omagh Family Support Hub.]]></description></item><item><title>Childcare scheme must support families most in need</title><link>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2013/march/childcare-scheme-must-support-families-most-in-need</link><guid>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2013/march/childcare-scheme-must-support-families-most-in-need</guid><pubDate>Tue, 19 Mar 2013 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Charities respond to Government plans to help parents with the cost of childcare.]]></description></item><item><title>Swashbuckling fundraiser – pirates capture Guernsey’s business and community figures for Action for Children</title><link>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2013/march/swashbuckling-fundraiser</link><guid>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2013/march/swashbuckling-fundraiser</guid><pubDate>Tue, 19 Mar 2013 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Pirates returned to St Peter’s Port harbour in Guernsey on Thursday 14 March 2013 for a special swashbuckling event that raised more than £11,000 for leading children’s charity Action for Children.]]></description></item><item><title>Youth justice system failing vulnerable young people</title><link>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2013/march/youth-justice-system-failing-vulnerable-young-people</link><guid>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2013/march/youth-justice-system-failing-vulnerable-young-people</guid><pubDate>Thu, 14 Mar 2013 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Action for Children urges the Government to heed the recommendations outlined in a new report by the Justice Select Committee.]]></description></item><item><title>Egg beats chicken in the ultimate space race</title><link>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2013/march/egg-beats-chicken-in-the-ultimate-space-race</link><guid>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2013/march/egg-beats-chicken-in-the-ultimate-space-race</guid><pubDate>Mon, 11 Mar 2013 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Action for Children settled the age old chicken and egg debate by sending a rubber chicken and Eggbert, the mascot of the Lindt Big Egg Hunt, to the edge of space with only a parachute and a high definition camera for company – to see who came back first.]]></description></item><item><title>Plaid Cymru AM visits Caerphilly parent programme</title><link>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2013/march/plaid-cymru-am-visits-caerphilly-parent-programme</link><guid>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2013/march/plaid-cymru-am-visits-caerphilly-parent-programme</guid><pubDate>Fri, 08 Mar 2013 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Plaid Cymru AM Lindsay Whittle visited Caerphilly Parenting Support Programme to find out more about the support available for parents in the community.]]></description></item><item><title>Bideford Bay family service receives grant of £2,000</title><link>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2013/march/bideford-family-service-receives-grant-of-£2000</link><guid>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2013/march/bideford-family-service-receives-grant-of-£2000</guid><pubDate>Fri, 08 Mar 2013 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Local families are set to benefit from a £2,000 community funding grant which has been awarded to a parent’s forum at Bideford Bay Children’s Centre by the Co-operative Group.]]></description></item><item><title>Government Adoption Advisor encourages LGBT people to consider fostering and adoption</title><link>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2013/march/government-adoption-advisor-encourages-lgbt-people-to-consider-fostering-and-adoption</link><guid>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2013/march/government-adoption-advisor-encourages-lgbt-people-to-consider-fostering-and-adoption</guid><pubDate>Thu, 07 Mar 2013 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate><description><![CDATA[This LGBT Adoption and Fostering Week, Sir Martin Narey voices support for lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender foster carers and adopters]]></description></item><item><title>Victims of child sexual abuse need to be heard and supported</title><link>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2013/march/victims-of-child-sexual-abuse-need-to-be-heard-and-supported</link><guid>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2013/march/victims-of-child-sexual-abuse-need-to-be-heard-and-supported</guid><pubDate>Wed, 06 Mar 2013 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Action for Children welcomes moves by DPP to review process for child sex abuse prosecutions. It is important that victims are supported throughout and their' vulnerabilities need to be better understood rather than counting against them.]]></description></item><item><title>Troubled families scheme is making good progress</title><link>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2013/march/troubled-families-scheme-is-making-good-progress</link><guid>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2013/march/troubled-families-scheme-is-making-good-progress</guid><pubDate>Mon, 04 Mar 2013 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Action for Children responds to news on local authorities’ progress within the first year of the Government’s Troubled Families programme and the introduction of specialist Jobcentre Plus advisors]]></description></item><item><title>Ofsted praises ‘outstanding’ Somerset service for disabled children and young people</title><link>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2013/march/ofsted-praises-outstanding-somerset-service</link><guid>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2013/march/ofsted-praises-outstanding-somerset-service</guid><pubDate>Mon, 04 Mar 2013 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Action for Children’s Professional Carers service is celebrating after being rated ‘outstanding’ in all areas by inspectors from care and education watchdog Ofsted.]]></description></item><item><title>Network Rail apprentices take on Bath Half Marathon for Action for Children</title><link>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2013/february/network-rail-apprentices-take-on-bath-half-marathon-for-action-for-children</link><guid>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2013/february/network-rail-apprentices-take-on-bath-half-marathon-for-action-for-children</guid><pubDate>Thu, 28 Feb 2013 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate><description><![CDATA[A team of 20 apprentices from Network Rail is taking on the challenge of the Bath Half Marathon on Sunday 3 March 2013, with the aim of raising at least £1,000 for children’s charity Action for Children.]]></description></item><item><title>Vulnerable children need early action</title><link>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2013/february/vulnerable-children-need-early-action</link><guid>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2013/february/vulnerable-children-need-early-action</guid><pubDate>Mon, 25 Feb 2013 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Today’s response by the Government to the Education Select Committee’s report on child protection has missed crucial opportunities to help neglected children.]]></description></item><item><title>Action for Children to help create Welsh Government’s national plan on child neglect</title><link>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2013/february/action-for-children-to-help-create-welsh-governments-national-plan-on-child-neglect</link><guid>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2013/february/action-for-children-to-help-create-welsh-governments-national-plan-on-child-neglect</guid><pubDate>Fri, 22 Feb 2013 16:40:00 +0000</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Welsh Government approve funding for Action for Children to design stronger national approach to child neglect.]]></description></item><item><title>World’s biggest Easter egg hunt goes nationwide</title><link>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2013/february/worlds-biggest-easter-egg-hunt-goes-nationwide</link><guid>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2013/february/worlds-biggest-easter-egg-hunt-goes-nationwide</guid><pubDate>Tue, 12 Feb 2013 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Today sees the return of The Lindt Big Egg Hunt, challenging the public to take on the world’s biggest Easter egg hunt while raising vital funds for Action for Children]]></description></item><item><title>System failing up to 1.5 million neglected children across UK</title><link>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2013/february/system-failing-up-to-15-million-neglected-children-across-uk</link><guid>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2013/february/system-failing-up-to-15-million-neglected-children-across-uk</guid><pubDate>Wed, 06 Feb 2013 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Action for Children and the University of Stirling launch the most comprehensive current review into the state of child neglect across the UK ]]></description></item><item><title>Ask your MP to update the law on child neglect</title><link>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2013/february/ask-your-mp-to-update-the-law-on-child-neglect</link><guid>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2013/february/ask-your-mp-to-update-the-law-on-child-neglect</guid><pubDate>Tue, 05 Feb 2013 15:06:00 +0000</pubDate><description><![CDATA[MPs have a chance to update the law on the most common form of child abuse, and they need to hear about it from you.]]></description></item><item><title>Early action best for children, families and public purse</title><link>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2013/january/early-action-best-for-children-families-and-public-purse</link><guid>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2013/january/early-action-best-for-children-families-and-public-purse</guid><pubDate>Thu, 31 Jan 2013 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Action for Children backs new report on benefits of 'early action’ for vulnerable children, families and society as a whole]]></description></item><item><title>Dame Clare Tickell responds to government announcements on early years care</title><link>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2013/january/dame-clare-tickell-responds-to-government-announcements-on-early-years-care</link><guid>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2013/january/dame-clare-tickell-responds-to-government-announcements-on-early-years-care</guid><pubDate>Tue, 29 Jan 2013 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Dame Clare Tickell has responded to the government's announcements on early years care calling for a focus on high quality care.]]></description></item><item><title>Action for Children responds to report on intensive family support</title><link>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2013/january/action-for-children-responds-to-report-on-intensive-family-support</link><guid>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2013/january/action-for-children-responds-to-report-on-intensive-family-support</guid><pubDate>Thu, 24 Jan 2013 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Dame Clare Tickell responds to a report reinforcing the value of intensive family support services, the benefits they bring to individuals, and not least the cost effectiveness to local authorities. ]]></description></item><item><title>Our response to further reductions in funding to early intervention services</title><link>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2013/january/our-response-to-further-reductions-in-funding-to-early-intervention-services</link><guid>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2013/january/our-response-to-further-reductions-in-funding-to-early-intervention-services</guid><pubDate>Thu, 24 Jan 2013 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Kate Mulley, Head of Policy and Research at Action for Children responds to today's news that represents a further reduction in the money available to spend on early intervention services. ]]></description></item><item><title>Charity report calls for focus on foster carers</title><link>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2013/january/charity-report-calls-for-focus-on-foster-carers</link><guid>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2013/january/charity-report-calls-for-focus-on-foster-carers</guid><pubDate>Wed, 23 Jan 2013 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Action for Children's annual evaluation into our adoption and fostering services comes as UK children’s charities renew calls for more adopters and foster carers to come forward]]></description></item><item><title>Our response to The Children's Rights Alliance of England's latest report</title><link>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2013/january/our-response-to-the-childrens-rights-alliance-of-englands-latest-report</link><guid>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2013/january/our-response-to-the-childrens-rights-alliance-of-englands-latest-report</guid><pubDate>Tue, 22 Jan 2013 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Today, the Children’s Rights Alliance for England (CRAE) released an assessment of how the Government is failing to fully protect children's rights. ]]></description></item><item><title>Action for Children response to Operation Yewtree report</title><link>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2013/january/our-response-to-operation-yewtree-report</link><guid>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2013/january/our-response-to-operation-yewtree-report</guid><pubDate>Fri, 11 Jan 2013 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Action for Children has responded to the publication of the Giving Victims a Voice report, into the allegations against Jimmy Savile. We are calling for more support for survivors to be able to talk about their experiences in a non-judgemental way.]]></description></item><item><title>Action for Children response to government adoption map</title><link>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2013/january/action-for-children-response-to-government-adoption-map</link><guid>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2013/january/action-for-children-response-to-government-adoption-map</guid><pubDate>Fri, 11 Jan 2013 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Action for Children responds to today's adoption 'hotspot' map released by the Government which is trying to encourage would-be adopters.]]></description></item><item><title>Innovative service launches in Derby to keep young people out of care</title><link>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2013/january/innovative-service-launches-in-derby-to-keep-young-people-out-of-care</link><guid>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2013/january/innovative-service-launches-in-derby-to-keep-young-people-out-of-care</guid><pubDate>Fri, 11 Jan 2013 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Action for Children will launch an  innovative new service  in partnership with Derby City Council to support young people who might otherwise end up in care, or custody.

]]></description></item><item><title>Start the New Year with a career change</title><link>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2013/january/start-the-new-year-with-a-career-change</link><guid>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2013/january/start-the-new-year-with-a-career-change</guid><pubDate>Wed, 09 Jan 2013 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate><description><![CDATA[This January Action for Children would like to encourage people to come forward and talk to us about changing their career and becoming a foster carer.]]></description></item><item><title>Action for Children response to plans for Child Protection Information System</title><link>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/december/action-for-children-response-to-plans-for-child-protection-information-system</link><guid>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/december/action-for-children-response-to-plans-for-child-protection-information-system</guid><pubDate>Thu, 27 Dec 2012 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate><description><![CDATA[We welcome moves to protect children from physical abuse, but also call for an update to the antiquated neglect law to ensure that childen at risk of emotional abuse or sustained neglect don't fall through the cracks. ]]></description></item><item><title>Action for Children responds to government adoption proposals</title><link>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/december/action-for-children-responds-to-government-adoption-proposals</link><guid>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/december/action-for-children-responds-to-government-adoption-proposals</guid><pubDate>Mon, 24 Dec 2012 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Action for Children has welcomed the measures announced today by the government to help speed up the adoption process where appropriate but warned more needs to be done to avoid a postcode lottery.  ]]></description></item><item><title>Christmas celebrations for young care leavers</title><link>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/december/christmas-celebrations-for-young-care-leavers</link><guid>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/december/christmas-celebrations-for-young-care-leavers</guid><pubDate>Sat, 22 Dec 2012 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate><description><![CDATA[A group of young people from Leeds gathered at a Christmas party held to mark the successful first year of a new service for local care leavers.]]></description></item><item><title>Local girl is charity Christmas card champion</title><link>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/december/local-girl-is-charity-christmas-card-champion-(1)</link><guid>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/december/local-girl-is-charity-christmas-card-champion-(1)</guid><pubDate>Fri, 21 Dec 2012 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate><description><![CDATA[A Christmas card designed by four year-old Brookelyn Goodsir, from Aberdeen, is now on sale across the UK after the youngster won a Christmas card competition held by Action for Children.]]></description></item><item><title>Newcastle girl is charity Christmas card champion</title><link>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/december/newcastle-girl-is-charity-christmas-card-champion</link><guid>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/december/newcastle-girl-is-charity-christmas-card-champion</guid><pubDate>Fri, 21 Dec 2012 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate><description><![CDATA[A Christmas card designed by 3 year-old Macy Annan, from Newcastle is now on sale across the UK after the youngster won a Christmas card competition held by Action for Children.]]></description></item><item><title>Wrexham Young Carer is charity Christmas card champion</title><link>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/december/wrexham-young-carer-is-charity-christmas-card-champion</link><guid>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/december/wrexham-young-carer-is-charity-christmas-card-champion</guid><pubDate>Thu, 20 Dec 2012 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate><description><![CDATA[A Christmas card designed by 10 year-old Danielle from Wrexham is now on sale across the UK after the youngster won a Christmas card competition held by Action for Children.]]></description></item><item><title>More support needed for all disabled children in forthcoming Children and Families Bill</title><link>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/december/more-support-needed-for-all-disabled-children-in-forthcoming-children-and-families-bill</link><guid>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/december/more-support-needed-for-all-disabled-children-in-forthcoming-children-and-families-bill</guid><pubDate>Wed, 19 Dec 2012 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Action for Children agrees with the Education Select Committee that the forthcoming Children and Families Bill must cover all disabled children and not just those with SEN. ]]></description></item><item><title>Festive fun at Dalton Children’s Centre</title><link>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/december/festive-fun-at-dalton-childrens-centre</link><guid>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/december/festive-fun-at-dalton-childrens-centre</guid><pubDate>Wed, 19 Dec 2012 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Children and families from Dalton celebrated Christmas at a party held by leading charity, Action for Children.]]></description></item><item><title>Children in care being failed by system</title><link>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/december/children-in-care-being-failed-by-system</link><guid>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/december/children-in-care-being-failed-by-system</guid><pubDate>Tue, 18 Dec 2012 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Today a criminal justice joint inspection reveals up to 3,000 vulnerable children are being failed by the care system]]></description></item><item><title>Local girl is charity Christmas card champion</title><link>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/december/local-girl-is-charity-christmas-card-champion</link><guid>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/december/local-girl-is-charity-christmas-card-champion</guid><pubDate>Tue, 18 Dec 2012 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate><description><![CDATA[A Christmas card designed by 17-year-old Alice from Birmingham is now on sale across the UK after the youngster won a Christmas card competition held by Action for Children.]]></description></item><item><title>South Lanarkshire children get connected thanks to People’s Postcode Lottery</title><link>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/december/south-lanarkshire-children-get-connected-thanks-to-peoples-postcode-lottery</link><guid>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/december/south-lanarkshire-children-get-connected-thanks-to-peoples-postcode-lottery</guid><pubDate>Sun, 16 Dec 2012 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Disabled children and young people from South Lanarkshire are getting connected thanks to players of a charity lottery.]]></description></item><item><title>East Ayrshire children get connected thanks to People’s Postcode Lottery</title><link>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/december/east-ayrshire-children-get-connected-thanks-to-peoples-postcode-lottery</link><guid>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/december/east-ayrshire-children-get-connected-thanks-to-peoples-postcode-lottery</guid><pubDate>Sun, 16 Dec 2012 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Disabled children and young people from East Ayrshire are getting connected thanks to players of a charity lottery.]]></description></item><item><title>Glasgow children get connected thanks to People’s Postcode Lottery</title><link>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/december/glasgow-children-get-connected-thanks-to-peoples-postcode-lottery</link><guid>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/december/glasgow-children-get-connected-thanks-to-peoples-postcode-lottery</guid><pubDate>Sun, 16 Dec 2012 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate><description><![CDATA[People’s Postcode Trust, a grant-giving charity funded entirely by players of People’s Postcode Lottery, has provided support of over £4,500 to Action for Children Scotland. ]]></description></item><item><title>Renfrewshire children get connected thanks to People’s Postcode Lottery</title><link>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/december/renfrewshire-children-get-connected-thanks-to-peoples-postcode-lottery</link><guid>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/december/renfrewshire-children-get-connected-thanks-to-peoples-postcode-lottery</guid><pubDate>Sun, 16 Dec 2012 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate><description><![CDATA[People’s Postcode Trust, a grant-giving charity funded entirely by players of People’s Postcode Lottery, has provided support of over £4,500 to Action for Children Scotland.]]></description></item><item><title>Stornoway children get connected thanks to People’s Postcode Lottery</title><link>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/december/stornoway-children-get-connected-thanks-to-peoples-postcode-lottery</link><guid>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/december/stornoway-children-get-connected-thanks-to-peoples-postcode-lottery</guid><pubDate>Sun, 16 Dec 2012 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate><description><![CDATA[People’s Postcode Trust, a grant-giving charity funded entirely by players of People’s Postcode Lottery, has provided support of over £4,500 to Action for Children Scotland.]]></description></item><item><title>Edinburgh teens take action to improve wheelchair access at popular Craigmillar hub</title><link>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/december/edinburgh-teens-take-action-to-improve-wheelchair-access-at-popular-craigmillar-hub</link><guid>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/december/edinburgh-teens-take-action-to-improve-wheelchair-access-at-popular-craigmillar-hub</guid><pubDate>Fri, 14 Dec 2012 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Twelve Edinburgh teens have been hard at work in Craigmillar after leading charity, Action for Children Scotland, set them the challenge of improving wheelchair access to a local community hub. Their hard work was honoured by Kenny MacAskill MSP and Sheila Gilmore MP.]]></description></item><item><title>Hang a bauble to help vulnerable children this Christmas</title><link>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/december/hang-a-bauble-to-help-vulnerable-children-this-christmas</link><guid>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/december/hang-a-bauble-to-help-vulnerable-children-this-christmas</guid><pubDate>Mon, 10 Dec 2012 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate><description><![CDATA[HomeSense are supporting Action for Children again this Christmas. Customers can support local projects by purchasing a bauble for £1 and hanging it on the in-store trees. ]]></description></item><item><title>Short break facility for children with disabilities opens in North Wales</title><link>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/december/short-break-facility-for-children-with-disabilities-opens-in-north-wales</link><guid>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/december/short-break-facility-for-children-with-disabilities-opens-in-north-wales</guid><pubDate>Mon, 10 Dec 2012 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate><description><![CDATA[A new short break facility for children with disabilities – Tŷ Ni - has been officially opened in Mold. ]]></description></item><item><title>Young carers get crafty at festive workshop in West Wales</title><link>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/december/young-carers-get-crafty-at-festive-workshop-in-west-wales</link><guid>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/december/young-carers-get-crafty-at-festive-workshop-in-west-wales</guid><pubDate>Mon, 10 Dec 2012 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Buttons, beads and recycled wire were crafted into Christmas decorations by youngsters at Action for Children’s Pembrokeshire Young Carers project in Haverfordwest.]]></description></item><item><title>Film star Jess Hynes on The Wright Stuff to promote our Christmas Appeal</title><link>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/december/film-star-jess-hynes-on-the-wright-stuff-to-promote-our-christmas-appeal</link><guid>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/december/film-star-jess-hynes-on-the-wright-stuff-to-promote-our-christmas-appeal</guid><pubDate>Fri, 07 Dec 2012 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Film star and celebrity ambassador Jess Hynes appeared on Channel 5's The Wright Stuff to promote our Emergency Christmas Appeal. ]]></description></item><item><title>Vulnerable children and families absent from Autumn Statement</title><link>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/december/vulnerable-children-and-families-absent-from-autumn-statement</link><guid>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/december/vulnerable-children-and-families-absent-from-autumn-statement</guid><pubDate>Wed, 05 Dec 2012 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Action for Children responds to the Chancellor's 2012 Autumn Statement]]></description></item><item><title>Jenny Agutter, OBE, supports our Christmas appeal</title><link>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/december/jenny-agutter-obe-supports-our-christmas-appeal</link><guid>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/december/jenny-agutter-obe-supports-our-christmas-appeal</guid><pubDate>Wed, 05 Dec 2012 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Jenny Agutter, OBE, celebrity ambassador for Action for Children, met with children at the Christmas tree at King’s Cross Station to show her support for the charity’s urgent Christmas appeal.]]></description></item><item><title>New savings scheme for children in care thanks to charity campaign</title><link>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/december/new-savings-scheme-for-children-in-care-thanks-to-charity-campaign</link><guid>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/december/new-savings-scheme-for-children-in-care-thanks-to-charity-campaign</guid><pubDate>Tue, 04 Dec 2012 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Following the success of our On our own two feet campaign, the Children’s Minister launches an innovative savings scheme for children in care]]></description></item><item><title>Disabled youngsters feel the beat at music sessions</title><link>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/december/disabled-youngsters-feel-the-beat-at-music-sessions</link><guid>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/december/disabled-youngsters-feel-the-beat-at-music-sessions</guid><pubDate>Tue, 04 Dec 2012 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Youngsters at Action for Children’s Hawthorn Project in Haverfordwest got to grips with rapping and playing the drums during two special musical sessions.]]></description></item><item><title>Clooney Family Centre party set to be a Christmas cracker</title><link>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/december/clooney-family-centre-party-set-to-be-a-christmas-cracker</link><guid>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/december/clooney-family-centre-party-set-to-be-a-christmas-cracker</guid><pubDate>Tue, 04 Dec 2012 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Staff and service users at Action for Children’s Clooney Family Centre are set to celebrate Christmas with a special festive party in Derry’s Clooney Hall.]]></description></item><item><title>Celebrate Christmas in Wakefield with Action for Children</title><link>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/december/celebrate-christmas-in-wakefield-with-action-for-children</link><guid>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/december/celebrate-christmas-in-wakefield-with-action-for-children</guid><pubDate>Sat, 01 Dec 2012 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Wakefield families are invited to join Action for Children in celebrating the start of the Christmas season.]]></description></item><item><title>Celebrate Christmas in Manchester with Action for Children</title><link>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/november/celebrate-christmas-in-manchester-with-action-for-children</link><guid>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/november/celebrate-christmas-in-manchester-with-action-for-children</guid><pubDate>Fri, 30 Nov 2012 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Manchester families are invited to join Action for Children in celebrating the start of the Christmas season.]]></description></item><item><title>Celebrate Christmas in Liverpool with Action for Children</title><link>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/november/celebrate-christmas-in-liverpool-with-action-for-children</link><guid>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/november/celebrate-christmas-in-liverpool-with-action-for-children</guid><pubDate>Fri, 30 Nov 2012 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Liverpool families are invited to join Action for Children in celebrating the start of the Christmas season.]]></description></item><item><title>Celebrate Christmas in Leeds with Action for Children</title><link>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/november/celebrate-christmas-in-leeds-with-action-for-children</link><guid>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/november/celebrate-christmas-in-leeds-with-action-for-children</guid><pubDate>Fri, 30 Nov 2012 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Leeds families are invited to join Action for Children in celebrating the start of the Christmas season.]]></description></item><item><title>Celebrate Christmas in Harrogate with Action for Children</title><link>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/november/celebrate-christmas-in-harrogate-with-action-for-children</link><guid>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/november/celebrate-christmas-in-harrogate-with-action-for-children</guid><pubDate>Fri, 30 Nov 2012 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Harrogate families are invited to join Action for Children in celebrating the start of the Christmas season.]]></description></item><item><title>Young people celebrate completing Forestry Challenge</title><link>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/november/young-people-celebrate-completing-forestry-challenge</link><guid>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/november/young-people-celebrate-completing-forestry-challenge</guid><pubDate>Fri, 30 Nov 2012 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate><description><![CDATA[A group of young people were set the challenge of making community spaces in Nethercroy and Carron Valley more enjoyable for both local people and visitors to the area. Their success was celebrated at a presentation event.]]></description></item><item><title>Young carers get active in West Wales</title><link>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/november/young-carers-get-active-in-west-wales</link><guid>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/november/young-carers-get-active-in-west-wales</guid><pubDate>Thu, 29 Nov 2012 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Crate stacking and balancing on high ropes were part of an activity weekend for young carers in West Wales.]]></description></item><item><title>Step out for children: LLandudno festive lantern walk</title><link>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/november/step-out-for-children-llandudno-festive-lantern-walk</link><guid>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/november/step-out-for-children-llandudno-festive-lantern-walk</guid><pubDate>Thu, 29 Nov 2012 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Action for Children is challenging local families to put on their walking boots and take part in a sponsored lantern walk on 7 December along the Promenade, Llandudno. ]]></description></item><item><title>Action for Children Christmas appeal launches on The One Show</title><link>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/november/tv-star-and-action-for-children-ambassador-jessica-hynes-on-bbcs-the-one-show-promoting-our-christmas-appeal</link><guid>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/november/tv-star-and-action-for-children-ambassador-jessica-hynes-on-bbcs-the-one-show-promoting-our-christmas-appeal</guid><pubDate>Tue, 20 Nov 2012 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Jess Hynes, actress and Action for Children celebrity ambassador, has been promoting this year’s emergency Christmas appeal on BBC’s The One Show. ]]></description></item><item><title>Our response to Lord Carlile's review of the Edlington case</title><link>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/november/our-response-to-lord-carliles-review-of-the-edlington-case</link><guid>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/november/our-response-to-lord-carliles-review-of-the-edlington-case</guid><pubDate>Fri, 16 Nov 2012 12:00:00 +0000</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Action for Children responds to Lord Carlile's review into the Edlington case, published earlier today]]></description></item><item><title>Payday lenders targeting vulnerable families this Christmas</title><link>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/november/payday-lenders-targetting-vulnerable-families-this-christmas</link><guid>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/november/payday-lenders-targetting-vulnerable-families-this-christmas</guid><pubDate>Tue, 13 Nov 2012 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Action for Children responds to worrying reports of Pay Day lenders targetting vulnerable families ahead of the Christmas Appeal. Action for Children supports families with money management courses at our children's centres. ]]></description></item><item><title>Our response to on-going child abuse allegation news stories</title><link>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/november/our-response-to-on-going-child-abuse-allegation-news-stories</link><guid>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/november/our-response-to-on-going-child-abuse-allegation-news-stories</guid><pubDate>Mon, 12 Nov 2012 15:30:00 +0000</pubDate><description><![CDATA[We agree strongly with those MPs and others who are pointing out that the current leadership crisis at the BBC should not detract from the child abuse allegations which led to it. ]]></description></item><item><title>Young carers see drugs sniffer dog in action</title><link>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/november/young-carers-see-drugs-sniffer-dog-in-action</link><guid>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/november/young-carers-see-drugs-sniffer-dog-in-action</guid><pubDate>Mon, 12 Nov 2012 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Youngsters from Action for Children’s Pembrokeshire Young Carers project in Haverfordwest had the chance to see a drugs sniffer dog in action.
]]></description></item><item><title>UK children will go hungry this Christmas</title><link>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/november/uk-children-will-go-hungry-this-christmas</link><guid>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/november/uk-children-will-go-hungry-this-christmas</guid><pubDate>Wed, 07 Nov 2012 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Today we're launching our Christmas appeal, as stark figures warn that projects are seeing children who are not having regular meals and families struggling to make ends meet 
]]></description></item><item><title>Our response to the Education Committee’s Children First report</title><link>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/november/our-response-to-the-education-committees-children-first-report</link><guid>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/november/our-response-to-the-education-committees-children-first-report</guid><pubDate>Wed, 07 Nov 2012 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Action for Children’s Head of Campaigns and Public Affairs Matthew Downie comments on today’s Education Committee report, ‘Children first: the child protection system in England’]]></description></item><item><title>National Adoption Week - Don’t rule them out</title><link>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/november/national-adoption-week-dont-rule-them-out</link><guid>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/november/national-adoption-week-dont-rule-them-out</guid><pubDate>Mon, 05 Nov 2012 10:00:00 +0000</pubDate><description><![CDATA[This National Adoption Week, we're focusing on the hardest to place children and asking prospective adopters 'don’t rule them out']]></description></item><item><title>Dame Clare Tickell calls for debate on women and homelessness</title><link>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/october/dame-clare-tickell-calls-for-debate-on-women-and-homelessness</link><guid>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/october/dame-clare-tickell-calls-for-debate-on-women-and-homelessness</guid><pubDate>Mon, 05 Nov 2012 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate><description><![CDATA[
Homelessness charity St Mungo's has launched the third theme of
its Rebuilding Shattered Lives campaign: Families
and Children. Dame Clare Tickell is leading this theme for the
campaign, which is raising awareness of the issues surrounding
wom...]]></description></item><item><title>Raise the leaving age to support vulnerable children in care</title><link>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/october/raise-the-leaving-age-to-support-vulnerable-children-in-care</link><guid>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/october/raise-the-leaving-age-to-support-vulnerable-children-in-care</guid><pubDate>Tue, 30 Oct 2012 14:00:00 +0000</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The age for young people leaving care should be raised to 25 to help support vulnerable care leavers]]></description></item><item><title>Leading Children’s Charities Launch New Partnership Approach for Dundee</title><link>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/october/leading-childrens-charities-launch-new-partnership-approach-for-dundee</link><guid>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/october/leading-childrens-charities-launch-new-partnership-approach-for-dundee</guid><pubDate>Tue, 30 Oct 2012 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Action for Children Scotland is working in partnership with some of the country’s leading children’s charities to offer support and guidance to families, children and young people in Dundee.
]]></description></item><item><title>Autumn Day Out for young mums from Failsworth thanks to money management course</title><link>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/october/autumn-day-out-for-young-mums-from-failsworth-thanks-to-money-management-course</link><guid>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/october/autumn-day-out-for-young-mums-from-failsworth-thanks-to-money-management-course</guid><pubDate>Thu, 25 Oct 2012 00:00:00 +0100</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Young mums from Action for Children’s Failsworth Children’s Centre experienced the Manchester art scene this week after organising a fun day out on a budget as part of an innovative money management course from Barclays.]]></description></item><item><title>Prison custody fatally flawed for children and young people</title><link>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/october/prison-custody-fatally-flawed-for-children-and-young-people</link><guid>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/october/prison-custody-fatally-flawed-for-children-and-young-people</guid><pubDate>Wed, 24 Oct 2012 12:15:00 +0100</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Our response to today’s news that 200 children and young people have died while in prison custody over the past ten years
]]></description></item><item><title>Dame Clare Tickell calls for clarity on Early Intervention Grant</title><link>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/october/dame-clare-tickell-calls-for-clarity-on-early-intervention-grant</link><guid>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/october/dame-clare-tickell-calls-for-clarity-on-early-intervention-grant</guid><pubDate>Wed, 24 Oct 2012 00:00:00 +0100</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Dame Clare Tickell has responded to the LGA's warning to Michael Gove on cuts to the Early Intervention Grant]]></description></item><item><title>Organisational culture is key to protecting vulnerable children and young people from abuse</title><link>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/october/organisational-culture-is-key-to-protecting-vulnerable-children-and-young-people-from-abuse</link><guid>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/october/organisational-culture-is-key-to-protecting-vulnerable-children-and-young-people-from-abuse</guid><pubDate>Tue, 23 Oct 2012 00:00:00 +0100</pubDate><description><![CDATA[With the recent media interest in how to keep young people safe from abuse, Action for Children has been giving advice on best practice and organisational culture.]]></description></item><item><title>Carmarthenshire Family Fun Day at National Botanic Garden of Wales</title><link>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/october/carmarthenshire-family-fun-day-at-national-botanic-garden-of-wales</link><guid>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/october/carmarthenshire-family-fun-day-at-national-botanic-garden-of-wales</guid><pubDate>Tue, 23 Oct 2012 00:00:00 +0100</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Action for Children’s Carmarthenshire Family and Community Team (FACT) is inviting local families to the sixth annual fun day, which will be held again this year at the National Botanic Garden of Wales on Wednesday 31 October in celebration of National Parents’ Week 2012.]]></description></item><item><title>Action for Children ambassador Jenny Agutter collects OBE</title><link>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/october/action-for-children-ambassador-jenny-agutter-collects-obe</link><guid>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/october/action-for-children-ambassador-jenny-agutter-collects-obe</guid><pubDate>Fri, 19 Oct 2012 00:00:00 +0100</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Film star and Action for Children ambassador Jenny Agutter has collected her OBE from the Queen today in recognition of her substantial charity work.  ]]></description></item><item><title>Welsh young carers get creative at design workshop</title><link>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/october/welsh-young-carers-get-creative-at-design-workshop</link><guid>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/october/welsh-young-carers-get-creative-at-design-workshop</guid><pubDate>Thu, 18 Oct 2012 00:00:00 +0100</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Youngsters got to grips with becoming T-shirt designers for the day at Action for Children’s Pembrokeshire Young Carers project in Haverfordwest.]]></description></item><item><title>Return of Posh Bingo Promises to be Hottest Christmas Party in Town</title><link>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/october/return-of-posh-bingo-promises-to-be-hottest-christmas-party-in-town</link><guid>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/october/return-of-posh-bingo-promises-to-be-hottest-christmas-party-in-town</guid><pubDate>Thu, 18 Oct 2012 00:00:00 +0100</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Former Miss Northern Ireland and Action for Children Clickety Chicks posh bingo organising committee member Mary McCartney has welcomed the return of the popular fundraising event which this year takes place at the Killyhevlin Hotel in Enniskillen on 29  November 2012.]]></description></item><item><title>New report: Flawed support for most vulnerable children creating time bomb for society</title><link>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/october/new-report-flawed-support-for-most-vulnerable-children-creating-time-bomb-for-society</link><guid>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/october/new-report-flawed-support-for-most-vulnerable-children-creating-time-bomb-for-society</guid><pubDate>Mon, 15 Oct 2012 00:00:00 +0100</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Today a new report by Action for Children reveals how fundamental flaws in the funding of vital children’s services are creating a ticking time bomb for both vulnerable children and UK taxpayers]]></description></item><item><title>Action for Children wins two prestigious awards for The Fabergé Big Egg Hunt</title><link>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/october/action-for-children-wins-two-prestigious-awards-for-the-fabergé-big-egg-hunt</link><guid>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/october/action-for-children-wins-two-prestigious-awards-for-the-fabergé-big-egg-hunt</guid><pubDate>Wed, 10 Oct 2012 00:00:00 +0100</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Action for Children and Elephant Family are delighted to have won two prestigious Blackbaud Digital Fundraising Awards for The Fabergé Big Egg Hunt – the giant Easter Egg hunt which swept the nation earlier this year. ]]></description></item><item><title>Autumn environment themed fun days for Sheffield families at children's centres</title><link>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/october/autumn-environment-themed-fun-days-for-sheffield-families-at-childrens-centres</link><guid>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/october/autumn-environment-themed-fun-days-for-sheffield-families-at-childrens-centres</guid><pubDate>Wed, 10 Oct 2012 00:00:00 +0100</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Action for Children is encouraging local families to come along and take part in one of two autumn environment themed fun days in Sheffield.]]></description></item><item><title>Young woman from West Dunbartonshire nominated for Young Builder of the Year</title><link>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/october/young-woman-from-west-dunbartonshire-nominated-for-young-builder-of-the-year</link><guid>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/october/young-woman-from-west-dunbartonshire-nominated-for-young-builder-of-the-year</guid><pubDate>Wed, 10 Oct 2012 00:00:00 +0100</pubDate><description><![CDATA[A young woman from West Dunbartonshire has been nominated for a prestigious Young Builder of the Year award.
]]></description></item><item><title>Young men from Glasgow nominated for Young Builder of the Year</title><link>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/october/young-men-from-glasgow-nominated-for-young-builder-of-the-year</link><guid>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/october/young-men-from-glasgow-nominated-for-young-builder-of-the-year</guid><pubDate>Wed, 10 Oct 2012 00:00:00 +0100</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Two young men from Glasgow have been nominated for a prestigious Young Builder of the Year award.]]></description></item><item><title>Young people from Ayr get to grips with their finances through money management course</title><link>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/october/young-people-from-ayr-get-to-grips-with-their-finances-through-money-management-course</link><guid>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/october/young-people-from-ayr-get-to-grips-with-their-finances-through-money-management-course</guid><pubDate>Tue, 09 Oct 2012 00:00:00 +0100</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Young people from Action for Children Scotland’s Intensive Supervised Structured Care (ISSC) service in Ayr have been getting to grips with their personal finances and celebrating their successful completion of an innovative money management course.]]></description></item><item><title>Dorset youngster lives the Wembley Dream</title><link>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/september/dorset-youngster-lives-the-wembley-dream</link><guid>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/september/dorset-youngster-lives-the-wembley-dream</guid><pubDate>Tue, 09 Oct 2012 00:00:00 +0100</pubDate><description><![CDATA[A young football fan from Dorset won a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to represent the England football team as a mascot, thanks to a partnership between Action for Children and The FA.]]></description></item><item><title>Welsh actor joins forces with bikers in aid of vulnerable children</title><link>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/september/welsh-actor-joins-forces-with-bikers-in-aid-of-vulnerable-children</link><guid>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/september/welsh-actor-joins-forces-with-bikers-in-aid-of-vulnerable-children</guid><pubDate>Tue, 09 Oct 2012 00:00:00 +0100</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Cardiff based actor, Boyd Clack, joined forces with hundreds of bikers to raise money for vulnerable and neglected children young people and their families.]]></description></item><item><title>Action for Children sets Scots a continental cycling challenge (1)</title><link>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/october/action-for-children-sets-scots-a-continental-cycling-challenge-(1)</link><guid>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/october/action-for-children-sets-scots-a-continental-cycling-challenge-(1)</guid><pubDate>Tue, 09 Oct 2012 00:00:00 +0100</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Action for Children Scotland is challenging Scots to cycle over 200 miles from London to Paris in aid of vulnerable children, young people and families.]]></description></item><item><title>A good night for Action for Children Scotland as charity sleep-out raises over £70,000</title><link>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/october/a-good-night-for-action-for-children-scotland-as-charity-sleep-out-raises-over-£70000</link><guid>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/october/a-good-night-for-action-for-children-scotland-as-charity-sleep-out-raises-over-£70000</guid><pubDate>Sat, 06 Oct 2012 00:00:00 +0100</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Over 140 IT and business experts from across Scotland volunteered to bed down for the night in Edinburgh’s Holyrood Park - raising over £70,000 to fight youth homelessness.]]></description></item><item><title>Action for Children statement in response to the Scottish Government's new parenting strategy</title><link>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/september/action-for-children-statement-in-response-to-the-scottish-governments-new-parenting-strategy</link><guid>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/september/action-for-children-statement-in-response-to-the-scottish-governments-new-parenting-strategy</guid><pubDate>Wed, 03 Oct 2012 00:00:00 +0100</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Action for Children statement in response to the Scottish Government's new parenting strategy]]></description></item><item><title>Action for Children launches Britain’s newest Baby Café Local in Workington</title><link>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/october/action-for-children-launches-britains-newest-baby-café-local-in-workington</link><guid>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/october/action-for-children-launches-britains-newest-baby-café-local-in-workington</guid><pubDate>Tue, 02 Oct 2012 00:00:00 +0100</pubDate><description><![CDATA[New mums and mums-to-be from Workington celebrated the launch of Britain’s newest Baby Café Local at the Minto Centre on Friday, 5 October. Sir Tony Cunningham MP attended the event held by leading charity, Action for Children.]]></description></item><item><title>Charity workers take their action for children by abseiling down the Forth Rail Bridge</title><link>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/october/charity-workers-take-their-action-for-children-by-abseiling-down-the-forth-rail-bridge</link><guid>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/october/charity-workers-take-their-action-for-children-by-abseiling-down-the-forth-rail-bridge</guid><pubDate>Mon, 01 Oct 2012 00:00:00 +0100</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Three Action for Children Scotland employees are showing their support for vulnerable children across Scotland by abseiling 50 metres down the Forth Rail Bridge – and now they are challenging Scots to to join them.]]></description></item><item><title>Scott marks his big birthday with an even bigger challenge</title><link>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/october/scott-marks-his-big-birthday-with-an-even-bigger-challenge</link><guid>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/october/scott-marks-his-big-birthday-with-an-even-bigger-challenge</guid><pubDate>Mon, 01 Oct 2012 00:00:00 +0100</pubDate><description><![CDATA[A Tullibody man plans to mark his 40th birthday by completing 10 half-marathons and four marathons over the course of a year in aid of Action for Children. ]]></description></item><item><title>Last chance to escape the office for charity</title><link>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/october/last-chance-to-escape-the-office-for-charity</link><guid>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/october/last-chance-to-escape-the-office-for-charity</guid><pubDate>Mon, 01 Oct 2012 00:00:00 +0100</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Workers from Moray are being encouraged to have a day out of the office – all in the name of charity. A few places still remain on a unique challenge that will see employees flee the office for the day; getting as far away as possible within 12 hours and without spending any of their own money.]]></description></item><item><title>Our Response: NSPCC finds child neglect is being ignored</title><link>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/september/our-response-nspcc-finds-child-neglect-is-being-ignored</link><guid>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/september/our-response-nspcc-finds-child-neglect-is-being-ignored</guid><pubDate>Thu, 27 Sep 2012 00:00:00 +0100</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Neglect is the most common form of child abuse in the UK. There is an urgent need for more early intervention and to increase the professional understanding of how best to identify and work with neglected children. ]]></description></item><item><title>Our response to today's announcement on domestic violence</title><link>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/september/our-response-to-todays-announcement-on-domestic-violence</link><guid>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/september/our-response-to-todays-announcement-on-domestic-violence</guid><pubDate>Wed, 19 Sep 2012 00:00:00 +0100</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Action for Children's Head of Public Affairs comments on today's announcement of the change in definition of domestic violence]]></description></item><item><title>Celebrations for young carers from Motherwell thanks to money management course</title><link>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/september/celebrations-for-young-carers-from-motherwell-thanks-to-money-management-course</link><guid>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/september/celebrations-for-young-carers-from-motherwell-thanks-to-money-management-course</guid><pubDate>Thu, 06 Sep 2012 00:00:00 +0100</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Young people from Action for Children’s North Lanarkshire Young Carers project in Motherwell have been celebrating summer by organising their own day out on a budget as part of an innovative money management course.]]></description></item><item><title>North Somerset youngsters skipper canal barge</title><link>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/august/north-somerset-youngsters-skipper-canal-barge</link><guid>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/august/north-somerset-youngsters-skipper-canal-barge</guid><pubDate>Fri, 31 Aug 2012 00:00:00 +0100</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Youngsters with disabilities from North Somerset had the chance to skipper their own barge during a charity trip on the Herefordshire and Gloucestershire Canal.]]></description></item><item><title>Young parents from Dudley get to grips with their finances through money management course</title><link>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/august/young-parents-from-dudley-get-to-grips-with-their-finances-through-money-management-course</link><guid>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/august/young-parents-from-dudley-get-to-grips-with-their-finances-through-money-management-course</guid><pubDate>Tue, 28 Aug 2012 00:00:00 +0100</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Young parents from Action for Children’s Kate’s Hill &amp; Sledmere Children’s Centre have been getting to grips with their personal finances and celebrating their successful completion of an innovative money management course.]]></description></item><item><title>The family you’re born with and the family you choose</title><link>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/august/the-family-youre-born-with-and-the-family-you-choose</link><guid>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/august/the-family-youre-born-with-and-the-family-you-choose</guid><pubDate>Fri, 24 Aug 2012 00:00:00 +0100</pubDate><description><![CDATA[As National Family Week approaches (25 to 31 August), Action for Children highlights the need for nearly 9,000 new foster families across the UK]]></description></item><item><title>Daredevils wanted to take plunge in Brixham</title><link>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/august/daredevils-wanted-to-take-plunge-in-brixham</link><guid>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/august/daredevils-wanted-to-take-plunge-in-brixham</guid><pubDate>Tue, 21 Aug 2012 00:00:00 +0100</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Action for Children is searching for thrill seekers with a head for heights to raise money for vulnerable and disadvantaged children.]]></description></item><item><title>Young people from Alloa get to grips with their finances through money management course</title><link>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/august/young-people-from-alloa-get-to-grips-with-their-finances-through-money-management-course</link><guid>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/august/young-people-from-alloa-get-to-grips-with-their-finances-through-money-management-course</guid><pubDate>Mon, 20 Aug 2012 00:00:00 +0100</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Young people from Action for Children’s Clacks PATH Housing Service have been getting to grips with their personal finances and celebrating their successful completion of an innovative money management course.]]></description></item><item><title>Young parents from Wellinborough get to grips with their finances through money management course</title><link>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/august/young-parents-from-wellinborough-get-to-grips-with-their-finances-through-money-management-course</link><guid>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/august/young-parents-from-wellinborough-get-to-grips-with-their-finances-through-money-management-course</guid><pubDate>Mon, 20 Aug 2012 00:00:00 +0100</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Young parents from Action for Children’s Penrith Drive Children’s Centre have been getting to grips with their personal finances and celebrating their successful completion of an innovative money management course.]]></description></item><item><title>Action for Children puts out call to Welsh runners</title><link>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/august/action-for-children-puts-out-call-to-welsh-runners</link><guid>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/august/action-for-children-puts-out-call-to-welsh-runners</guid><pubDate>Tue, 14 Aug 2012 00:00:00 +0100</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Welsh runners are being asked to raise money for vulnerable and neglected children young people and families at this year’s Cardiff half marathon.]]></description></item><item><title>Byte Night adds Belfast to its list of locations</title><link>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/august/byte-night-adds-belfast-to-its-list-of-locations</link><guid>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/august/byte-night-adds-belfast-to-its-list-of-locations</guid><pubDate>Tue, 14 Aug 2012 00:00:00 +0100</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Action for Children has announced it will be bringing Byte Night, the technology industry’s annual fundraising event in aid of youth homelessness, to Northern Ireland for the first time this autumn.]]></description></item><item><title>Action for Children supports Community Care conference</title><link>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/august/action-for-children-supports-community-care-conference</link><guid>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/august/action-for-children-supports-community-care-conference</guid><pubDate>Fri, 10 Aug 2012 00:00:00 +0100</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Demand is rising nationally for foster carers, it is estimated that there is a shortage of around 8,750 foster carers across the UK. Action for Children has a flexible approach to fostering which focuses on the individual needs of the children we place.  ]]></description></item><item><title>Fun day out for disabled youngsters in Caerphilly</title><link>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/july/fun-day-out-for-disabled-youngsters-in-caerphilly</link><guid>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/july/fun-day-out-for-disabled-youngsters-in-caerphilly</guid><pubDate>Wed, 08 Aug 2012 00:00:00 +0100</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Disabled youngsters in Caerphilly are set to enjoy a fun day out thanks to Action for Children.]]></description></item><item><title>Disabled youngsters film screened at Cardiff exhibition</title><link>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/july/disabled-youngsters-film-screened-at-cardiff-exhibition</link><guid>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/july/disabled-youngsters-film-screened-at-cardiff-exhibition</guid><pubDate>Wed, 08 Aug 2012 00:00:00 +0100</pubDate><description><![CDATA[A film for disabled youngsters made by disabled youngsters was screened as part of an exhibition in Cardiff.]]></description></item><item><title>ction for Children joins forces with Deputy Minister for Social Services and Children at The National Eisteddfod of Wales</title><link>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/july/ction-for-children-joins-forces-with-deputy-minister-for-social-services-and-children-at-the-national-eisteddfod-of-wales</link><guid>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/july/ction-for-children-joins-forces-with-deputy-minister-for-social-services-and-children-at-the-national-eisteddfod-of-wales</guid><pubDate>Wed, 08 Aug 2012 00:00:00 +0100</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Deputy Minister for Social Services and Children, Gwenda Thomas, is set to deliver a speech on neglect at Action for Children’s stand at The National Eisteddfod of Wales.]]></description></item><item><title>Action for Children host a week full of events at the National Eisteddfod of Wales</title><link>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/july/action-for-children-host-a-week-full-of-events-at-the-national-eisteddfod-of-wales</link><guid>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/july/action-for-children-host-a-week-full-of-events-at-the-national-eisteddfod-of-wales</guid><pubDate>Sat, 04 Aug 2012 00:00:00 +0100</pubDate><description><![CDATA[A week packed full of events is set to take place at Action for Children’s stand at The National Eisteddfod of Wales. ]]></description></item><item><title>Young mums from North Bournemouth get to grips with their finances through money management course</title><link>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/july/young-mums-from-north-bournemouth-get-to-grips-with-their-finances-through-money-management-course</link><guid>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/july/young-mums-from-north-bournemouth-get-to-grips-with-their-finances-through-money-management-course</guid><pubDate>Mon, 30 Jul 2012 00:00:00 +0100</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Young mums from Action for Children’s North Bournemouth Children’s Centres have been getting to grips with their personal finances through participating in an innovative money management course.]]></description></item><item><title>Young people from Leeds get to grips with their finances through money management course</title><link>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/july/young-people-from-leeds-get-to-grips-with-their-finances-through-money-management-course</link><guid>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/july/young-people-from-leeds-get-to-grips-with-their-finances-through-money-management-course</guid><pubDate>Thu, 26 Jul 2012 00:00:00 +0100</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Young people from Action for Children’s Care Leavers Independence Project in Chapeltown, Leeds have been getting to grips with their personal finances and celebrating their successful completion of an innovative money management course.]]></description></item><item><title>Young parents from Furness get to grips with their finances through money management course</title><link>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/july/young-parents-from-furness-get-to-grips-with-their-finances-through-money-management-course</link><guid>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/july/young-parents-from-furness-get-to-grips-with-their-finances-through-money-management-course</guid><pubDate>Wed, 25 Jul 2012 00:00:00 +0100</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Young parents and parents-to-be from Action for Children’s Furness Children’s Centres have been getting to grips with their personal finances and celebrating their successful completion of an innovative money management course.]]></description></item><item><title>Young people from Glasgow get to grips with their finances through money management course</title><link>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/july/young-people-from-glasgow-get-to-grips-with-their-finances-through-money-management-course</link><guid>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/july/young-people-from-glasgow-get-to-grips-with-their-finances-through-money-management-course</guid><pubDate>Wed, 25 Jul 2012 00:00:00 +0100</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Young people from Action for Children’s GEN R 8 Housing Support Service in North East Glasgow have been getting to grips with their personal finances and celebrating their successful completion of an innovative money management course.]]></description></item><item><title>Oxfordshire school marks first ever end-of-year with special celebration</title><link>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/july/oxfordshire-school-marks-first-ever-end-of-year-with-special-celebration</link><guid>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/july/oxfordshire-school-marks-first-ever-end-of-year-with-special-celebration</guid><pubDate>Fri, 20 Jul 2012 00:00:00 +0100</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Students and staff at an Action for Children supported school host a special celebration to mark their first ever end of school year]]></description></item><item><title>Our response to the Government's 'Listening to Troubled Families' report</title><link>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/june/our-response-to-the-governments-listening-to-troubled-families-report</link><guid>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/june/our-response-to-the-governments-listening-to-troubled-families-report</guid><pubDate>Wed, 18 Jul 2012 00:00:00 +0100</pubDate><description><![CDATA[This report recognises challenges faced by some of the most vulnerable  families, and the impact this has on children, that we see every day in our own family intervention projects up and down the country.  ]]></description></item><item><title>Young people from Haywards Heath get to grips with their finances through money management course</title><link>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/july/young-people-from-haywards-heath-get-to-grips-with-their-finances-through-money-management-course</link><guid>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/july/young-people-from-haywards-heath-get-to-grips-with-their-finances-through-money-management-course</guid><pubDate>Tue, 17 Jul 2012 00:00:00 +0100</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Young people from Action for Children’s Streetmate! project, based in Haywards Heath, have been getting to grips with their personal finances and celebrating their successful completion of an innovative money management course.]]></description></item><item><title>12-year-old crosses the finish line of his five-week Olympic challenge</title><link>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/june/12-year-old-crosses-the-finish-line-of-his-five-week-olympic-challenge</link><guid>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/june/12-year-old-crosses-the-finish-line-of-his-five-week-olympic-challenge</guid><pubDate>Tue, 17 Jul 2012 00:00:00 +0100</pubDate><description><![CDATA[This week Jake Phipps completes his 2,012km charity cycle between all of the Olympic venues from Glasgow to London]]></description></item><item><title>Adventurers wanted for Snowdon Challenge</title><link>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/june/adventurers-wanted-for-snowdon-challenge</link><guid>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/june/adventurers-wanted-for-snowdon-challenge</guid><pubDate>Mon, 02 Jul 2012 00:00:00 +0100</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Budding adventurers from across Wales are invited to take up the Action for Children Snowdon Challenge on 22 September 2012.]]></description></item><item><title>Our response to the Domestic Violence, Crime and Victims Act 2012</title><link>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/june/our-response-to-the-domestic-violence-crime-and-victims-act-2012</link><guid>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/june/our-response-to-the-domestic-violence-crime-and-victims-act-2012</guid><pubDate>Fri, 29 Jun 2012 00:00:00 +0100</pubDate><description><![CDATA[This new law is an important step toward protecting vulnerable children and young people across the UK and should be used as a catalyst to ensure all child protection laws are updated. ]]></description></item><item><title>Very Important Prisoners are captured for charity</title><link>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/june/very-important-prisoners-are-captured-for-charity</link><guid>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/june/very-important-prisoners-are-captured-for-charity</guid><pubDate>Fri, 29 Jun 2012 00:00:00 +0100</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Dundee United legend, Dave Bowman; Shona Robison MSP; and Joe Fitzpatrick MSP are just some of the Very Important Prisoners being held captive on the HMS Frigate Unicorn today [Friday, 29 June 2012].]]></description></item><item><title>Leading charity challenges unemployed youngsters to transform garden</title><link>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/june/leading-charity-challenges-unemployed-youngsters-to-transform-garden</link><guid>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/june/leading-charity-challenges-unemployed-youngsters-to-transform-garden</guid><pubDate>Fri, 29 Jun 2012 00:00:00 +0100</pubDate><description><![CDATA[A group of 12 unemployed young men from Glasgow have created a beautiful garden in the southside of the city for disabled children and their families to enjoy.]]></description></item><item><title>Dumfries and Galloway pupils say a big ‘thank you’ to tiny teachers (1)</title><link>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/june/dumfries-and-galloway-pupils-say-a-big-‘thank-you-to-tiny-teachers-(1)</link><guid>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/june/dumfries-and-galloway-pupils-say-a-big-‘thank-you-to-tiny-teachers-(1)</guid><pubDate>Thu, 28 Jun 2012 00:00:00 +0100</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Primary three pupils from Sanquhar Primary School gathered today [Thursday, 28 June 2012] to say a big ‘thank you’ to Dumfries and Galloway’s tiniest teachers at a Baby Celebration held by Action for Children Scotland and Dumfries and Galloway Council.]]></description></item><item><title>Call for walkers to take part in Pembrokeshire coastal trek</title><link>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/june/call-for-walkers-to-take-part-in-pembrokeshire-coastal-trek</link><guid>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/june/call-for-walkers-to-take-part-in-pembrokeshire-coastal-trek</guid><pubDate>Tue, 26 Jun 2012 00:00:00 +0100</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Children’s charity Action for Children is calling for walkers to take part in its Pembrokeshire coastal trek.]]></description></item><item><title>Call for runners for Tenby 10k</title><link>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/june/call-for-runners-for-tenby-10k</link><guid>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/june/call-for-runners-for-tenby-10k</guid><pubDate>Tue, 26 Jun 2012 00:00:00 +0100</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Action for Children is on the hunt for runners to join its team for this year’s Tenby 10k]]></description></item><item><title>Hunt for runners for this year’s Magor Marsh 10k.</title><link>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/june/hunt-for-runners-for-this-years-magor-marsh-10k</link><guid>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/june/hunt-for-runners-for-this-years-magor-marsh-10k</guid><pubDate>Tue, 26 Jun 2012 00:00:00 +0100</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Action for Children is on the hunt for runners to join its team for this year’s Magor Marsh 10k in South Wales.]]></description></item><item><title>Clackmannanshire pupils say a big ‘thank you’ to tiny teachers</title><link>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/june/clackmannanshire-pupils-say-a-big-‘thank-you-to-tiny-teachers</link><guid>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/june/clackmannanshire-pupils-say-a-big-‘thank-you-to-tiny-teachers</guid><pubDate>Tue, 26 Jun 2012 00:00:00 +0100</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Primary three pupils from across Clackmannanshire gathered at the Council Chambers to say a big ‘thank you’ to the area’s tiniest teachers at a Baby Celebration held by Action for Children Scotland and Clackmannanshire Council today [Tuesday, 26 June 2012].]]></description></item><item><title>People from Lewis and Harris asked to open up their homes to vulnerable and disadvantaged young people</title><link>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/june/people-from-lewis-and-harris-asked-to-open-up-their-homes-to-vulnerable-and-disadvantaged-young-people</link><guid>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/june/people-from-lewis-and-harris-asked-to-open-up-their-homes-to-vulnerable-and-disadvantaged-young-people</guid><pubDate>Tue, 26 Jun 2012 00:00:00 +0100</pubDate><description><![CDATA[People from Lewis and Harris are being asked to consider opening up their homes to support vulnerable and disadvantaged young people from the area.]]></description></item><item><title>Dundee United legend is captured for charity (2)</title><link>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/june/dundee-united-legend-is-captured-for-charity-(2)</link><guid>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/june/dundee-united-legend-is-captured-for-charity-(2)</guid><pubDate>Mon, 25 Jun 2012 00:00:00 +0100</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Dundee United legend, Dave Bowman, has agreed to be held captive on the Tay by Action for Children Scotland - and he won’t be released until he raises a special ransom to support vulnerable children, young people and families from across Dundee.]]></description></item><item><title>Local MP supports money management training for vulnerable young carers in Dudley</title><link>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/june/local-mp-supports-money-management-training-for-vulnerable-young-carers-in-dudley</link><guid>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/june/local-mp-supports-money-management-training-for-vulnerable-young-carers-in-dudley</guid><pubDate>Mon, 25 Jun 2012 00:00:00 +0100</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Margot James MP celebrated with young people from Action for Children’s Dudley Young Carers last week on their successful completion of an innovative money management course, and offered her support to the project during National Carers Week.]]></description></item><item><title>Grandparent carers in Cardiff join national campaign for support</title><link>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/june/grandparent-carers-in-cardiff-join-national-campaign-for-support</link><guid>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/june/grandparent-carers-in-cardiff-join-national-campaign-for-support</guid><pubDate>Fri, 22 Jun 2012 00:00:00 +0100</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Grandparents and other relatives raising children in Cardiff are holding an event as part of a nationwide protest over a lack of government support]]></description></item><item><title>North Ayrshire pupils say a big ‘thank you’ to tiny teachers</title><link>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/june/north-ayrshire-pupils-say-a-big-‘thank-you-to-tiny-teachers</link><guid>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/june/north-ayrshire-pupils-say-a-big-‘thank-you-to-tiny-teachers</guid><pubDate>Thu, 21 Jun 2012 00:00:00 +0100</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Primary three pupils from across North Ayrshire gathered at Dalry Primary School to say a big ‘thank you’ to the area’s tiniest teachers at a Baby Celebration held by Action for Children Scotland and North Ayrshire Council today [Thursday, 21 June 2012].]]></description></item><item><title>Aberdeen pupils say a big ‘thank you’ to tiny teachers (1)</title><link>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/june/aberdeen-pupils-say-a-big-‘thank-you-to-tiny-teachers-(1)</link><guid>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/june/aberdeen-pupils-say-a-big-‘thank-you-to-tiny-teachers-(1)</guid><pubDate>Thu, 21 Jun 2012 00:00:00 +0100</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Primary three pupils from across Aberdeen gathered in the Community Wing at Manor Park Primary School to say a big ‘thank you’ to the area’s tiniest teachers at a Baby Celebration held by Action for Children Scotland and Aberdeen City Council today [Thursday, 21 June 2012].]]></description></item><item><title>Perth and Kinross pupils say a big ‘thank you’ to tiny teachers</title><link>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/june/perth-and-kinross-pupils-say-a-big-‘thank-you-to-tiny-teachers</link><guid>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/june/perth-and-kinross-pupils-say-a-big-‘thank-you-to-tiny-teachers</guid><pubDate>Wed, 20 Jun 2012 00:00:00 +0100</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Primary three pupils from across Perth and Kinross gathered at Glenearn Community Campus to say a big ‘thank you’ to their tiny teachers at a Baby Celebration held by Action for Children Scotland and Perth and Kinross Council today [Wednesday, 20 June].]]></description></item><item><title>Inverclyde pupils say a big ‘thank you’ to tiny teachers</title><link>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/june/inverclyde-pupils-say-a-big-‘thank-you-to-tiny-teachers</link><guid>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/june/inverclyde-pupils-say-a-big-‘thank-you-to-tiny-teachers</guid><pubDate>Wed, 20 Jun 2012 00:00:00 +0100</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Primary three pupils from across Inverclyde gathered at the McLean Museum to say a big ‘thank you’ to the area’s tiniest teachers at a Baby Celebration held by Action for Children Scotland and Inverclyde Council today [Wednesday, 20 June 2012].]]></description></item><item><title>Primary three pupils say a big thank you to Scotland’s tiniest teachers</title><link>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/june/primary-three-pupils-say-a-big-thank-you-to-scotlands-tiniest-teachers</link><guid>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/june/primary-three-pupils-say-a-big-thank-you-to-scotlands-tiniest-teachers</guid><pubDate>Wed, 20 Jun 2012 00:00:00 +0100</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Leading charity, Action for Children Scotland, is holding a series of Baby Celebrations across the country this month as primary school pupils from the Western Isles to the Scottish Borders say a big ‘thank you’ to their tiny teachers.]]></description></item><item><title>Young adult carers from Denbighshire get to grips with their finances through money management course</title><link>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/june/young-adult-carers-from-denbighshire-get-to-grips-with-their-finances-through-money-management-course</link><guid>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/june/young-adult-carers-from-denbighshire-get-to-grips-with-their-finances-through-money-management-course</guid><pubDate>Wed, 20 Jun 2012 00:00:00 +0100</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Young people from Action for Children’s Denbighshire Young Adult Carers project have been getting to grips with their personal finances through participating in an innovative money management course.]]></description></item><item><title>New report reveals real value of volunteering</title><link>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/june/new-report-reveals-real-value-of-volunteering</link><guid>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/june/new-report-reveals-real-value-of-volunteering</guid><pubDate>Tue, 19 Jun 2012 00:00:00 +0100</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Today an independent report illustrates how volunteers contribute millions of pounds’ worth of hidden time, commitment and energy to the charity sector every year.

]]></description></item><item><title>Moray pupils say a big ‘thank you’ to tiny teachers</title><link>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/june/moray-pupils-say-a-big-‘thank-you-to-tiny-teachers</link><guid>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/june/moray-pupils-say-a-big-‘thank-you-to-tiny-teachers</guid><pubDate>Tue, 19 Jun 2012 00:00:00 +0100</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Primary three pupils from across Moray gathered at Elgin City Football Club to say a big ‘thank you’ to the area’s tiniest teachers at a Baby Celebration held by Action for Children Scotland and Moray Council today [Tues, 19 June 2012].]]></description></item><item><title>Pupils from the Western Isles say a big ‘thank you’ to tiny teachers (2)</title><link>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/june/pupils-from-the-western-isles-say-a-big-‘thank-you-to-tiny-teachers-(2)</link><guid>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/june/pupils-from-the-western-isles-say-a-big-‘thank-you-to-tiny-teachers-(2)</guid><pubDate>Tue, 19 Jun 2012 00:00:00 +0100</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Primary three pupils gathered at Stornoway Primary School to say a big ‘thank you’ to the Western Isles’ tiniest teachers at a Baby Celebration held by Action for Children Scotland and the Western Isles Council today [Tuesday, 19 June 2012].]]></description></item><item><title>Borders pupils say a big ‘thank you’ to tiny teachers (1)</title><link>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/june/borders-pupils-say-a-big-‘thank-you-to-tiny-teachers-(1)</link><guid>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/june/borders-pupils-say-a-big-‘thank-you-to-tiny-teachers-(1)</guid><pubDate>Tue, 19 Jun 2012 00:00:00 +0100</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Primary three pupils from Philiphaugh Community School, in Selkirk, gathered today [Tuesday, 19 June] to say a big ‘thank you’ to the Borders’ tiniest teachers at a Baby Celebration held by Action for Children Scotland and Scottish Borders Council.]]></description></item><item><title>Football fans score for charity (2)</title><link>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/june/football-fans-score-for-charity-(2)</link><guid>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/june/football-fans-score-for-charity-(2)</guid><pubDate>Tue, 19 Jun 2012 00:00:00 +0100</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Over 200 football fanatics gathered at Action for Children Scotland’s annual Sports Dinner on Friday [15 June 2012] to mark the end of the football season – and celebrate the beginning of a summer of sport.]]></description></item><item><title>Young people create memorial at Mount Carmel Primary School (1)</title><link>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/june/young-people-create-memorial-at-mount-carmel-primary-school-(1)</link><guid>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/june/young-people-create-memorial-at-mount-carmel-primary-school-(1)</guid><pubDate>Tue, 19 Jun 2012 00:00:00 +0100</pubDate><description><![CDATA[A group of 16 and 17 year-olds from East Ayrshire have created a memorial area at Mount Carmel Primary School in Kilmarnock, as part of a leading children’s charity’s efforts to help young people make a positive difference in their local community. Their hard work was honoured at a presentation event held by Action for Children.]]></description></item><item><title>Local AM supports vulnerable young people and families from Carmarthenshire charity project</title><link>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/june/local-am-supports-vulnerable-young-people-and-families-from-carmarthenshire-charity-project</link><guid>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/june/local-am-supports-vulnerable-young-people-and-families-from-carmarthenshire-charity-project</guid><pubDate>Mon, 18 Jun 2012 00:00:00 +0100</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Local AM, Simon Thomas showed his support today to parents at Action for Children’s Family and Community Team (FACT) project by taking part in a morning cook-off with service users and staff at Trimsaran Family Centre.]]></description></item><item><title>Action for Children's response to the joint APPG report on children who go missing from care</title><link>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/june/action-for-childrens-response-to-the-joint-appg-report-on-children-who-go-missing-from-care</link><guid>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/june/action-for-childrens-response-to-the-joint-appg-report-on-children-who-go-missing-from-care</guid><pubDate>Mon, 18 Jun 2012 00:00:00 +0100</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Action for Children's response to the joint APPG report on children who go missing from care]]></description></item><item><title>North Lanarkshire pupils say a big ‘thank you’ to tiny teachers (1)</title><link>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/june/north-lanarkshire-pupils-say-a-big-‘thank-you-to-tiny-teachers-(1)</link><guid>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/june/north-lanarkshire-pupils-say-a-big-‘thank-you-to-tiny-teachers-(1)</guid><pubDate>Fri, 15 Jun 2012 00:00:00 +0100</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Primary three pupils gathered at Wishaw Academy Primary School to say a big ‘thank you’ to North Lanarkshire’s tiniest teachers at a Baby Celebration held by Action for Children Scotland and North Lanarkshire Council today [Friday, 15 June 2012].]]></description></item><item><title>Football legend is a good sport for charity</title><link>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/june/football-legend-is-a-good-sport-for-charity</link><guid>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/june/football-legend-is-a-good-sport-for-charity</guid><pubDate>Thu, 14 Jun 2012 00:00:00 +0100</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Football legend, Mark Hateley, will talk about playing for top-level football leagues in England, Italy, France and Scotland at Action for Children Scotland’s annual Sports Dinner tonight [Friday, 15 June 2012].]]></description></item><item><title>Dundee United legend is captured for charity</title><link>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/june/dundee-united-legend-is-captured-for-charity</link><guid>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/june/dundee-united-legend-is-captured-for-charity</guid><pubDate>Thu, 14 Jun 2012 00:00:00 +0100</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Dundee United legend, Dave Bowman, has agreed to be held captive on the Tay by Action for Children Scotland - and he won’t be released until he raises a special ransom to support vulnerable children, young people and families from across Dundee.]]></description></item><item><title>West Dunbartonshire pupils say a big ‘thank you’ to tiny teachers</title><link>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/june/west-dunbartonshire-pupils-say-a-big-‘thank-you-to-tiny-teachers</link><guid>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/june/west-dunbartonshire-pupils-say-a-big-‘thank-you-to-tiny-teachers</guid><pubDate>Wed, 13 Jun 2012 00:00:00 +0100</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Primary three pupils gathered at Auchnacraig Nursery to say a big ‘thank you’ to West Dunbartonshire’s tiniest teachers at a Baby Celebration held by Action for Children Scotland and West Dunbartonshire Council today [Monday, 18 June 2012].]]></description></item><item><title>Jubilee celebrations for young people from Caernarfon thanks to money management course</title><link>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/june/jubilee-celebrations-for-young-people-from-caernarfon-thanks-to-money-management-course</link><guid>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/june/jubilee-celebrations-for-young-people-from-caernarfon-thanks-to-money-management-course</guid><pubDate>Tue, 12 Jun 2012 00:00:00 +0100</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Young people from Action for Children’s Drws y Nant project in Caernarfon celebrated the Diamond Jubilee last week by organising their own party on a budget as part of an innovative money management course.]]></description></item><item><title>Cumnock pupils say a big ‘thank you’ to tiny teachers</title><link>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/june/cumnock-pupils-say-a-big-‘thank-you-to-tiny-teachers</link><guid>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/june/cumnock-pupils-say-a-big-‘thank-you-to-tiny-teachers</guid><pubDate>Tue, 12 Jun 2012 00:00:00 +0100</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Primary three pupils from Barshare and Logan primary schools gathered to say a big ‘thank you’ to Cumnock’s tiniest teachers at a Baby Celebration held by Action for Children Scotland and East Ayrshire Council this week [Monday 11 June and Tuesday 12 June respectively].]]></description></item><item><title>South Lanarkshire pupils say a big ‘thank you’ to tiny teachers</title><link>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/june/south-lanarkshire-pupils-say-a-big-‘thank-you-to-tiny-teachers</link><guid>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/june/south-lanarkshire-pupils-say-a-big-‘thank-you-to-tiny-teachers</guid><pubDate>Tue, 12 Jun 2012 00:00:00 +0100</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Primary three pupils gathered at Carstairs Junction Primary School to say a big ‘thank you’ to South Lanarkshire’s tiniest teachers at a Baby Celebration held by Action for Children Scotland and South Lanarkshire Council today [Wednesday, 13 June 2012].]]></description></item><item><title>Edinburgh pupils say a big ‘thank you’ to tiny teachers</title><link>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/june/edinburgh-pupils-say-a-big-‘thank-you-to-tiny-teachers</link><guid>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/june/edinburgh-pupils-say-a-big-‘thank-you-to-tiny-teachers</guid><pubDate>Mon, 11 Jun 2012 00:00:00 +0100</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Primary three pupils from Sighthill, Clovenstone and Canal View primary schools gathered to say a big ‘thank you’ to Edinburgh’s tiniest teachers at a Baby Celebration held by Action for Children Scotland and City of Edinburgh Council today [Monday, 11 June 2012].]]></description></item><item><title>Football fans score for charity (1)</title><link>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/june/football-fans-score-for-charity-(1)</link><guid>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/june/football-fans-score-for-charity-(1)</guid><pubDate>Mon, 11 Jun 2012 00:00:00 +0100</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Over 100 footie fanatics from across Scotland went head-to-head in a charity five-a-side tournament at Rangers' Murray Park on Friday, 8 June 2012. The event was held to raise vital funds for Action for Children Scotland.]]></description></item><item><title>Jubilee celebrations for young people from Alexandria thanks to money management course</title><link>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/june/jubilee-celebrations-for-young-people-from-alexandria-thanks-to-money-management-course</link><guid>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/june/jubilee-celebrations-for-young-people-from-alexandria-thanks-to-money-management-course</guid><pubDate>Fri, 08 Jun 2012 00:00:00 +0100</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Young people from Action for Children’s Prep for Life Housing Service celebrated the Diamond Jubilee this week by organising their own party on a budget as part of an innovative money management course.]]></description></item><item><title>Jubilee celebrations for young people from Haddington thanks to money management course</title><link>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/june/jubilee-celebrations-for-young-people-from-haddington-thanks-to-money-management-course</link><guid>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/june/jubilee-celebrations-for-young-people-from-haddington-thanks-to-money-management-course</guid><pubDate>Fri, 08 Jun 2012 00:00:00 +0100</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Young people from Action for Children’s East Lothian New Horizons Housing Support Service, based in Haddington, celebrated the Diamond Jubilee this week by organising their own party on a budget as part of an innovative money management course.]]></description></item><item><title>Young people create memorial at Mount Carmel Primary School</title><link>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/june/young-people-create-memorial-at-mount-carmel-primary-school</link><guid>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/june/young-people-create-memorial-at-mount-carmel-primary-school</guid><pubDate>Fri, 08 Jun 2012 00:00:00 +0100</pubDate><description><![CDATA[A group of 16 and 17 year-olds from East Ayrshire have created a memorial area at Mount Carmel Primary School in Kilmarnock, as part of a leading children’s charity’s efforts to help young people make a positive difference in their local community. Their hard work was honoured at a presentation event held today [Wednesday, 13 June 2012] by Action for Children.]]></description></item><item><title>Football fans score for charity</title><link>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/june/football-fans-score-for-charity</link><guid>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/june/football-fans-score-for-charity</guid><pubDate>Thu, 07 Jun 2012 00:00:00 +0100</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Over 100 footie fanatics from across Scotland will go head-to-head today [Friday, 8 June 2012] in a charity five-a-side tournament at Rangers' Murray Park. The event is being held to raise vital funds for Action for Children Scotland.]]></description></item><item><title>Action for Children calls for Newport daredevils to zip it for charity</title><link>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/may/action-for-children-calls-for-newport-daredevils-to-zip-it-for-charity</link><guid>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/may/action-for-children-calls-for-newport-daredevils-to-zip-it-for-charity</guid><pubDate>Thu, 07 Jun 2012 00:00:00 +0100</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Action for Children is calling on thrill seekers in Newport to take the challenge of riding a zip wire to help raise vital funds for vulnerable children and young people. ]]></description></item><item><title>Disabled youngsters get active in West Wales (3)</title><link>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/may/disabled-youngsters-get-active-in-west-wales-(3)</link><guid>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/may/disabled-youngsters-get-active-in-west-wales-(3)</guid><pubDate>Thu, 07 Jun 2012 00:00:00 +0100</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Bush craft  and cooking food on campfires were part of an activity weekend for disabled children in West Wales.]]></description></item><item><title>12-year-old Jake sets himself an Olympic challenge - to cycle 2012 km to all Olympic venues!  (1)</title><link>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/may/12-year-old-jake-sets-himself-an-olympic-challenge-to-cycle-2012-km-to-all-olympic-venues-(1)</link><guid>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/may/12-year-old-jake-sets-himself-an-olympic-challenge-to-cycle-2012-km-to-all-olympic-venues-(1)</guid><pubDate>Fri, 01 Jun 2012 00:00:00 +0100</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Jake Phipps, from Worcestershire, has set himself the gruelling challenge of cycling to all Olympic venues from Glasgow to London – a total of 2012 km in celebration of the London 2012 Olympic games, aiming to raise £20,012 for Action for Children and Access Sport.
]]></description></item><item><title>Local MP supports money management training for vulnerable young people in King's Lynn</title><link>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/may/local-mp-supports-money-management-training-for-vulnerable-young-people-in-kings-lynn</link><guid>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/may/local-mp-supports-money-management-training-for-vulnerable-young-people-in-kings-lynn</guid><pubDate>Wed, 30 May 2012 00:00:00 +0100</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Local MP, Henry Bellingham showed his support this week to young people at Action for Children’s Vancouver Children’s Centre who have been getting to grips with their personal finances through participating in an innovative money management course.]]></description></item><item><title>Therapy plan to support vulnerable families</title><link>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/may/therapy-plan-to-support-vulnerable-families</link><guid>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/may/therapy-plan-to-support-vulnerable-families</guid><pubDate>Tue, 29 May 2012 00:00:00 +0100</pubDate><description><![CDATA[A groundbreaking project aimed at reducing the number of young offenders and providing intensive support to the area’s most vulnerable families is set to be launched in Renfrewshire.]]></description></item><item><title>Get creative and help children in care</title><link>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/may/get-creative-and-help-children-in-care</link><guid>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/may/get-creative-and-help-children-in-care</guid><pubDate>Wed, 23 May 2012 00:00:00 +0100</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Action for Children is calling on people across the UK to get creative and show their support for some of the most vulnerable children and young people in the country. ]]></description></item><item><title>Action for Children's response to the Munro Report</title><link>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/may/action-for-childrens-response-to-the-munro-report</link><guid>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/may/action-for-childrens-response-to-the-munro-report</guid><pubDate>Tue, 22 May 2012 00:00:00 +0100</pubDate><description><![CDATA[We welcome the Government’s progress in empowering social workers [...] it is disappointing, however, that Professor Munro’s recommendation to introduce a statutory duty for local authorities to provide an “early offer of help” has not yet been taken up.
]]></description></item><item><title>Experts gather in Edinburgh for country’s first national inquiry into child neglect</title><link>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/may/experts-gather-in-edinburgh-for-countrys-first-national-inquiry-into-child-neglect</link><guid>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/may/experts-gather-in-edinburgh-for-countrys-first-national-inquiry-into-child-neglect</guid><pubDate>Tue, 22 May 2012 00:00:00 +0100</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Over 150 experts from Scottish national and local government, children’s organisations, health, education and universities gathered yesterday [Monday, 21 May 2012] at Scotland’s first national inquiry into child neglect, held by leading charity, Action for Children Scotland.
]]></description></item><item><title>Action for Children holds Scotland's first national inquiry into child neglect</title><link>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/may/action-for-children-holds-scotlands-first-national-inquiry-into-child-neglect</link><guid>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/may/action-for-children-holds-scotlands-first-national-inquiry-into-child-neglect</guid><pubDate>Mon, 21 May 2012 00:00:00 +0100</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Action for Children Scotland has launched the country’s first national inquiry into child neglect by asking, ‘What makes a happy, healthy child?’

The inquiry is being held at the Royal Society of Edinburgh today [Monday, 21 May 2012]. An independent panel - composed of former Bishop of Edinburgh, Richard Holloway; broadcaster and journalist, Lesley Riddoch; and Early Years champion and former Scottish Cabinet Minister, Susan Deacon - will chair the landmark event; at which the findings of new research by Action for Children Scotland will be debated.]]></description></item><item><title>Young people from Omagh and Fermanagh get to grips with their finances through charity's money management course</title><link>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/may/young-people-from-omagh-and-fermanagh-get-to-grips-with-their-finances-through-charitys-money-management-course</link><guid>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/may/young-people-from-omagh-and-fermanagh-get-to-grips-with-their-finances-through-charitys-money-management-course</guid><pubDate>Thu, 17 May 2012 00:00:00 +0100</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Young people from Action for Children’s Floating Support Service in Omagh and Fermanagh have been getting to grips with their personal finances through participating in an innovative money management course.]]></description></item><item><title>‘Tiny Teachers’ help tackle bullying in Cardiff schools</title><link>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/may/‘tiny-teachers-help-tackle-bullying-in-cardiff-schools</link><guid>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/may/‘tiny-teachers-help-tackle-bullying-in-cardiff-schools</guid><pubDate>Tue, 15 May 2012 00:00:00 +0100</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Babies are to be employed as ‘tiny teachers’ in classrooms in Cardiff as part of a pioneering programme to reduce levels of bullying and aggression in schools.]]></description></item><item><title>Call for Cardiff locals to get creative to help children in care</title><link>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/may/call-for-cardiff-locals-to-get-creative-to-help-children-in-care</link><guid>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/may/call-for-cardiff-locals-to-get-creative-to-help-children-in-care</guid><pubDate>Thu, 10 May 2012 00:00:00 +0100</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Action for Children is calling on Cardiff locals to get creative with artist Scott Walker to support some of the most vulnerable children and young people in the area. ]]></description></item><item><title>Minister for Children and Young People meets Tiny Teacher</title><link>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/may/minister-for-children-and-young-people-meets-tiny-teacher</link><guid>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/may/minister-for-children-and-young-people-meets-tiny-teacher</guid><pubDate>Tue, 08 May 2012 00:00:00 +0100</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Aileen Campbell, Minister for Children and Young People, went back to school today [Tuesday, 8 May 2012] to find out how babies are helping to encourage positive behaviour and reduce levels of aggression in classrooms across Perth and Kinross.]]></description></item><item><title>Action for Children to Benefit From Two Year Charity Partnership</title><link>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/may/action-for-children-to-benefit-from-two-year-charity-partnership</link><guid>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/may/action-for-children-to-benefit-from-two-year-charity-partnership</guid><pubDate>Wed, 02 May 2012 00:00:00 +0100</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Action for Children has been announced as Network Rail’s new chosen charity! ]]></description></item><item><title>Make a difference to vulnerable families in Bristol</title><link>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/april/make-a-difference-to-vulnerable-families-in-bristol</link><guid>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/april/make-a-difference-to-vulnerable-families-in-bristol</guid><pubDate>Thu, 26 Apr 2012 00:00:00 +0100</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Action for Children is appealing to people across Bristol to make a difference in their local community and support the city’s most vulnerable children and families. We are calling for volunteers to get involved in our Family Partners project, based in Easton, which works with families where children are at risk of neglect to provide intervention at an early stage to prevent problems escalating. 
]]></description></item><item><title>Action for Children calls for law change on neglect</title><link>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/april/action-for-children-calls-for-law-change-on-neglect</link><guid>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/april/action-for-children-calls-for-law-change-on-neglect</guid><pubDate>Mon, 23 Apr 2012 00:00:00 +0100</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The current criminal law on the most common form of child abuse – neglect – fails to protect children and must be urgently updated, according to a report published by Action for Children. ]]></description></item><item><title>North Wales minister to run the London Marathon</title><link>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/april/north-wales-minister-to-run-the-london-marathon</link><guid>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/april/north-wales-minister-to-run-the-london-marathon</guid><pubDate>Fri, 13 Apr 2012 00:00:00 +0100</pubDate><description><![CDATA[A Conwy Methodist minister is to run the London Marathon later this month for Action for Children.]]></description></item><item><title>Volunteers from local Kings Lynn bank help young people get to grips with money management</title><link>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/april/volunteers-from-local-kings-lynn-bank-help-young-people-get-to-grips-with-money-management</link><guid>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/april/volunteers-from-local-kings-lynn-bank-help-young-people-get-to-grips-with-money-management</guid><pubDate>Wed, 11 Apr 2012 00:00:00 +0100</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Employees from the local Barclays branch have volunteered their time to work with young people from the Action Training project in King's Lynn and offer expert advice and support on managing personal finances.]]></description></item><item><title>Young carers from Dudley get to grips with finances through Action for Children's money management course</title><link>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/april/young-carers-from-dudley-get-to-grips-with-finances-through-action-for-childrens-money-management-course</link><guid>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/april/young-carers-from-dudley-get-to-grips-with-finances-through-action-for-childrens-money-management-course</guid><pubDate>Wed, 11 Apr 2012 00:00:00 +0100</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Young people from the Dudley Young Carers project have been getting to grips with their personal finances through participating in an innovative money management course.]]></description></item><item><title>Very Important Prisoners raise over £6,000 for charity</title><link>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/april/very-important-prisoners-raise-over-£6000-for-charity</link><guid>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/april/very-important-prisoners-raise-over-£6000-for-charity</guid><pubDate>Mon, 09 Apr 2012 00:00:00 +0100</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Anas Sarwar MP was amongst a willing cast of captives held to ransom on Glasgow’s Tall Ship by five year-old pirate Kaytie to help raise vital funds to support vulnerable and neglected children.]]></description></item><item><title>Children's centre staff re-cycle to appointments</title><link>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/april/childrens-centre-staff-re-cycle-to-appointments</link><guid>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/april/childrens-centre-staff-re-cycle-to-appointments</guid><pubDate>Thu, 05 Apr 2012 00:00:00 +0100</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Staff at one children's centre in Newcastle-upon-Tyne will be using refurbished bicycles to get around their appointments with families in Cowgate.]]></description></item><item><title>New website launched for parents of disabled younsgters</title><link>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/april/new-website-launched-for-parents-of-disabled-younsgters</link><guid>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/april/new-website-launched-for-parents-of-disabled-younsgters</guid><pubDate>Thu, 05 Apr 2012 00:00:00 +0100</pubDate><description><![CDATA[A new website for parents and carers of disabled children and young people has been launched in Pembrokeshire.]]></description></item><item><title>East Dunbartonshire youngsters get creative</title><link>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/march/east-dunbartonshire-youngsters-get-creative</link><guid>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/march/east-dunbartonshire-youngsters-get-creative</guid><pubDate>Thu, 29 Mar 2012 00:00:00 +0100</pubDate><description><![CDATA[A group of young people from East Dunbartonshire have created a patchwork quilt for display in one of it's homelessness services, as part of a UK-wide initiative.]]></description></item><item><title>Inverness youngsters take first flight</title><link>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/march/inverness-youngsters-take-first-flight</link><guid>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/march/inverness-youngsters-take-first-flight</guid><pubDate>Thu, 29 Mar 2012 00:00:00 +0100</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Youngsters from Inverness are on cloud nine after taking their first ever plane journey. On Saturday [28 March] a group of ten young people, all aged 12-16, took to the skies as part of a Smiling Wings trip, organised by two leading charities.]]></description></item><item><title>Excitement builds as rugby match draws closer</title><link>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/march/excitement-builds-as-rugby-match-draws-closer</link><guid>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/march/excitement-builds-as-rugby-match-draws-closer</guid><pubDate>Tue, 27 Mar 2012 00:00:00 +0100</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Find out about the first event of a new partnership between Action for Children and Oldham Rugby League Football Club.]]></description></item><item><title>Daredevils slide across the Clyde to raise over £5,000 for charity</title><link>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/march/daredevils-slide-across-the-clyde-to-raise-over-£5000-for-charity</link><guid>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/march/daredevils-slide-across-the-clyde-to-raise-over-£5000-for-charity</guid><pubDate>Mon, 26 Mar 2012 00:00:00 +0100</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Adrenaline junkies from across Scotland raised over £5,000 for Action for Children Scotland - by sliding 1,000 feet across the Clyde.]]></description></item><item><title>Young people from Glasgow build a better future through charity's money management course</title><link>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/march/young-people-from-glasgow-build-a-better-future-through-charitys-money-management-course</link><guid>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/march/young-people-from-glasgow-build-a-better-future-through-charitys-money-management-course</guid><pubDate>Thu, 22 Mar 2012 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Young people from the Glasgow Youthbuild project have been getting to grips with their personal finances and celebrating their successful completion of an innovative money management course.]]></description></item><item><title>Chair of Trustees vacancy</title><link>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/march/chair-of-trustees-vacancy</link><guid>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/march/chair-of-trustees-vacancy</guid><pubDate>Tue, 20 Mar 2012 12:00:00 +0000</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Be part of our future and lead us through the next phase of our development.]]></description></item><item><title>Coffee cash to fund activities for disabled children</title><link>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/march/coffee-cash-to-fund-activities-for-disabled-children</link><guid>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/march/coffee-cash-to-fund-activities-for-disabled-children</guid><pubDate>Tue, 20 Mar 2012 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Coffee mornings organised by Wesley Place Methodist Church, Alsager, will raise money for Staffordshire Shared Care's mini bus and sensory room appeals.]]></description></item><item><title>Local MP supports money management training for vulnerable young people in Bury</title><link>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/march/local-mp-supports-money-management-training-for-vulnerable-young-people-in-bury</link><guid>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/march/local-mp-supports-money-management-training-for-vulnerable-young-people-in-bury</guid><pubDate>Mon, 19 Mar 2012 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Young care leavers from The Extra Mile project in Bury celebrated their successful completion of an innovative money management course on Friday 16 March, with a special visit from local MP, David Nuttall.]]></description></item><item><title>Success celebrated as Action for Children says farewell to Doncaster</title><link>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/march/success-celebrated-as-action-for-children-says-farewell-to-doncaster</link><guid>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/march/success-celebrated-as-action-for-children-says-farewell-to-doncaster</guid><pubDate>Fri, 16 Mar 2012 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Special event sees staff gather in recognition of two decades in Doncaster.]]></description></item><item><title>Volunteers from bank in Basingstoke help vulnerable young people get to grips with their finances</title><link>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/march/volunteers-from-bank-in-basingstoke-help-vulnerable-young-people-get-to-grips-with-their-finances</link><guid>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/march/volunteers-from-bank-in-basingstoke-help-vulnerable-young-people-get-to-grips-with-their-finances</guid><pubDate>Tue, 13 Mar 2012 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Employees from the local Barclays branch in Basingstoke volunteered their time last week to provide support and guidance to young people who may be worrying about their finances.]]></description></item><item><title>Women of influence raise over £100,000 to support vulnerable children and young people</title><link>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/march/women-of-influence-raise-over-£100000-to-support-vulnerable-children-and-young-people</link><guid>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/march/women-of-influence-raise-over-£100000-to-support-vulnerable-children-and-young-people</guid><pubDate>Mon, 12 Mar 2012 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate><description><![CDATA[A massive £102,000 was raised in support of the country’s most vulnerable children, young people and families at Action for Children Scotland’s annual Woman of Influence Awards on Sunday 11 March.]]></description></item><item><title>Tree-Mendous time for tots at Early Days children's centre</title><link>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/march/tree-mendous-time-for-tots-at-early-days-childrens-centre</link><guid>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/march/tree-mendous-time-for-tots-at-early-days-childrens-centre</guid><pubDate>Fri, 09 Mar 2012 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Children and families are invited to bring items from home and use them to make a sculpture at Early Days children's centre in Parsons Cross, Sheffield next Saturday.]]></description></item><item><title>Local politicians are captured for charity</title><link>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/march/local-politicians-are-captured-for-charity</link><guid>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/march/local-politicians-are-captured-for-charity</guid><pubDate>Thu, 08 Mar 2012 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Shona Robison MSP and Joe Fitzpatrick MSP have agreed to be ‘captured’ on the Tay – in order to raise money for Action for Children Scotland. The SNP politicians are taking part in the Captured on the Tay event on 30 March. Armed with only a mobile phone and a list of business contacts, colleagues and friends, the Very Important Prisoners will aim to raise £500 each in order to secure their release.

]]></description></item><item><title>Action for Children Scotland’s Woman of Influence nominees announced on International Women’s Day</title><link>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/march/action-for-children-scotlands-woman-of-influence-nominees-announced-on-international-womens-day</link><guid>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/march/action-for-children-scotlands-woman-of-influence-nominees-announced-on-international-womens-day</guid><pubDate>Thu, 08 Mar 2012 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate><description><![CDATA[
Five remarkable Scottish women have cause to celebrate
International Women's Day today [Thursday 8 March], after being
shortlisted for a prestigious Woman of Influence Award by leading
children's charity, Action for Children Scotland.]]></description></item><item><title>Charity calls on locals to help make a difference to disabled children in Shrewsbury</title><link>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/march/charity-calls-on-locals-to-help-make-a-difference-to-disabled-children-in-shrewsbury</link><guid>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/march/charity-calls-on-locals-to-help-make-a-difference-to-disabled-children-in-shrewsbury</guid><pubDate>Wed, 07 Mar 2012 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Staff at Shropshire Activity Support in Shrewsbury are appealing to local businesses and members of the public to help them raise the funds needed to provide special days out for the disabled children and young people they support. 
]]></description></item><item><title>Plucky Poole pensioner zips it for vulnerable children for her 70th birthday</title><link>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/march/plucky-poole-pensioner-zips-it-for-vulnerable-children-for-her-70th-birthday</link><guid>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/march/plucky-poole-pensioner-zips-it-for-vulnerable-children-for-her-70th-birthday</guid><pubDate>Wed, 07 Mar 2012 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate><description><![CDATA[A great-grandmother from Poole is celebrating her 70th birthday by zipping 300 metres across a river valley to raise vital funds for vulnerable and neglected children. ]]></description></item><item><title>Volunteers sought for supportive role</title><link>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/march/volunteers-sought-for-supportive-role</link><guid>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/march/volunteers-sought-for-supportive-role</guid><pubDate>Tue, 06 Mar 2012 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Action for Children needs volunteers to get involved with a scheme to support young people in care in North Lincolnshire.]]></description></item><item><title>Young politicians prepare to celebrate</title><link>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/march/young-politicians-prepare-to-celebrate</link><guid>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/march/young-politicians-prepare-to-celebrate</guid><pubDate>Mon, 05 Mar 2012 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate><description><![CDATA[It's election time in Halton and with just a couple of weeks campaigning to go, young people are looking forward to a special results night celebration.]]></description></item><item><title>Building a better future for Scotland’s young people</title><link>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/march/building-a-better-future-for-scotlands-young-people</link><guid>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/march/building-a-better-future-for-scotlands-young-people</guid><pubDate>Sat, 03 Mar 2012 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Eighteen year-old Victoria Adair, a young carer from Haghill, has beaten tough personal circumstances and difficult economic conditions to secure her first full-time job.
]]></description></item><item><title>Children enjoy a write good trip to MediaCity UK</title><link>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/march/children-enjoy-a-write-good-trip-to-mediacity-uk</link><guid>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/march/children-enjoy-a-write-good-trip-to-mediacity-uk</guid><pubDate>Thu, 01 Mar 2012 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate><description><![CDATA[A group of children from three Action for Children services visited MediaCity UK to take part in a creative workshop based on CBBC favourite,Tracy Beaker Returns.]]></description></item><item><title>Patchwork participation to bring community together</title><link>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/february/patchwork-participation-to-bring-community-together</link><guid>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/february/patchwork-participation-to-bring-community-together</guid><pubDate>Tue, 28 Feb 2012 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Flatts and Eastborough Children's Centre in Dewsbury, West Yorkshire, is inviting families to participate in a special patchwork project.]]></description></item><item><title>Children's centre calls for community to take on a challenge</title><link>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/february/childrens-centre-calls-for-community-to-take-on-a-challenge</link><guid>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/february/childrens-centre-calls-for-community-to-take-on-a-challenge</guid><pubDate>Thu, 23 Feb 2012 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate><description><![CDATA[A Dewsbury children's centre wants people to sign up and be part of team Action for Children at the Great North Run in September.]]></description></item><item><title>Youngsters see the writing on the wall in grafitti workshop</title><link>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/february/youngsters-see-the-writing-on-the-wall-in-grafitti-workshop</link><guid>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/february/youngsters-see-the-writing-on-the-wall-in-grafitti-workshop</guid><pubDate>Thu, 23 Feb 2012 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Children and young people took part in a graffiti workshop at a family project in Caerphilly.]]></description></item><item><title>Yorkshire lad lives the Wembley dream</title><link>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/february/yorkshire-lad-lives-the-wembley-dream</link><guid>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/february/yorkshire-lad-lives-the-wembley-dream</guid><pubDate>Wed, 22 Feb 2012 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Trey Jennings from Huddersfield is off to Wembley for the England Vs Holland game, thanks to a partnership between Action for Children and The FA.]]></description></item><item><title>Get your own back on your boss – have them Captured for charity!</title><link>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/february/get-your-own-back-on-your-boss-–-have-them-captured-for-charity</link><guid>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/february/get-your-own-back-on-your-boss-–-have-them-captured-for-charity</guid><pubDate>Wed, 22 Feb 2012 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Employees from Glasgow are being offered the opportunity to get their own back on their bosses – by having them ‘captured’ for charity. ]]></description></item><item><title>Get your own back on your boss – have them Captured for charity!</title><link>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/february/get-your-own-back-on-your-boss-–-have-them-captured-for-charity-(1)</link><guid>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/february/get-your-own-back-on-your-boss-–-have-them-captured-for-charity-(1)</guid><pubDate>Wed, 22 Feb 2012 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Employees from Dundee are being offered the opportunity to get their own back on their bosses – by having them ‘captured’ for charity. ]]></description></item><item><title>Your chance to zipslide across the Clyde</title><link>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/february/your-chance-to-zipslide-across-the-clyde</link><guid>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/february/your-chance-to-zipslide-across-the-clyde</guid><pubDate>Wed, 22 Feb 2012 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Leading children's charity, Action for Children Scotland, is challenging Scots to raise vital funds for the country’s most vulnerable children, young people and their families by riding a zip wire 1,000 feet across the Clyde.]]></description></item><item><title>Put a spring in your step with next season's trends</title><link>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/february/put-a-spring-in-your-step-with-next-seasons-trends</link><guid>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/february/put-a-spring-in-your-step-with-next-seasons-trends</guid><pubDate>Tue, 21 Feb 2012 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Aberdonians with a passion for fashion can sneak a peek of spring’s key trends at an exclusive charity fashion show at the city’s chic Carmelite Hotel.

The fashion show is being held to raise money for children’s charity, Action for Children Scotland. Leading retailer John Lewis is sponsoring the event, assisted by Toni &amp; Guy hairdressing and Yves Saint Laurent cosmetics. 
]]></description></item><item><title>Survey shows strengths of gay adopters as first LGBT Adoption and Fostering Week launches</title><link>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/february/survey-shows-strengths-of-gay-adopters-as-first-lgbt-adoption-and-fostering-week-launches</link><guid>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/february/survey-shows-strengths-of-gay-adopters-as-first-lgbt-adoption-and-fostering-week-launches</guid><pubDate>Mon, 20 Feb 2012 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Gay adopters and foster carers are being hailed by social workers for their significant strengths in a survey commissioned by New Family Social.]]></description></item><item><title>Open day at popular children's centre promises fun for Wellingborough families</title><link>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/february/open-day-at-popular-childrens-centre-promises-fun-for-wellingborough-families</link><guid>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/february/open-day-at-popular-childrens-centre-promises-fun-for-wellingborough-families</guid><pubDate>Fri, 17 Feb 2012 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Dozens of children and their families will enjoy a fun-filled open day at Action for Children's Penrith Drive Children's Centre in Wellingborough on Saturday 25 February from 10am-2pm. ]]></description></item><item><title>Action for Children brings green to Burnley by planting free trees</title><link>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/february/action-for-children-brings-green-to-burnley-by-planting-free-trees</link><guid>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/february/action-for-children-brings-green-to-burnley-by-planting-free-trees</guid><pubDate>Wed, 15 Feb 2012 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Families from Burnley can plant a tree this week as part of a scheme to celebrate the Queen's Diamond Jubilee.]]></description></item><item><title>Green-themed fun day for all the family in Nottingham</title><link>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/february/green-themed-fun-day-for-all-the-family-in-nottingham</link><guid>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/february/green-themed-fun-day-for-all-the-family-in-nottingham</guid><pubDate>Tue, 14 Feb 2012 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Dozens of families in Nottingham will enjoy a ‘Protect the Planet’ themed fun day with Action for Children and E.ON at a popular children’s centre where they will learn about the different ways they can ‘go green’. ]]></description></item><item><title>Welsh charity worker chosen to carry Olympic Torch</title><link>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/february/welsh-charity-worker-chosen-to-carry-olympic-torch</link><guid>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/february/welsh-charity-worker-chosen-to-carry-olympic-torch</guid><pubDate>Tue, 14 Feb 2012 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Action for Children worker Nicci Shrimpton has been chosen to carry the Olympic torch on its nationwide tour ahead of the games in London this summer. ]]></description></item><item><title>Grandfather to run London Marathon for Action for Children</title><link>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/february/grandfather-to-run-london-marathon-for-action-for-children</link><guid>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/february/grandfather-to-run-london-marathon-for-action-for-children</guid><pubDate>Tue, 14 Feb 2012 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate><description><![CDATA[A Welsh grandfather is set to run his third London Marathon on behalf of Action for Children in April.]]></description></item><item><title>Caerphilly family project scoops award</title><link>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/february/caerphilly-family-project-scoops-award</link><guid>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/february/caerphilly-family-project-scoops-award</guid><pubDate>Tue, 14 Feb 2012 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate><description><![CDATA[A Caerphilly family project has scooped an award for employing good practice in mental health promotion.]]></description></item><item><title>Puppets host workshop for disabled youngsters</title><link>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/february/puppets-host-workshop-for-disabled-youngsters</link><guid>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/february/puppets-host-workshop-for-disabled-youngsters</guid><pubDate>Tue, 14 Feb 2012 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate><description><![CDATA[An array of puppets helped to host a special workshop on children’s rights in West Wales.]]></description></item><item><title>Council leader visits Newport fostering project</title><link>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/february/council-leader-visits-newport-fostering-project</link><guid>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/february/council-leader-visits-newport-fostering-project</guid><pubDate>Tue, 14 Feb 2012 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Leader of Newport City Council met with foster carers during a visit to a project run by Action for Children.]]></description></item><item><title>Free art and dance workshops for Runcorn's young people</title><link>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/february/free-art-and-dance-workshops-for-runcorns-young-people</link><guid>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/february/free-art-and-dance-workshops-for-runcorns-young-people</guid><pubDate>Wed, 08 Feb 2012 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Young people in Runcorn have no reason to be bored on Thursday nights with a new programme at HRMZ offering free art and dance workshops.]]></description></item><item><title>Zip it for neglected children - superhero style!</title><link>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/february/zip-it-for-neglected-children-superhero-style</link><guid>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/february/zip-it-for-neglected-children-superhero-style</guid><pubDate>Thu, 02 Feb 2012 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Calling all thrill seekers! Action for Children has organised two superhero-themed zip wire events in the South West.]]></description></item><item><title>Runners needed for the Silverstone half marathon</title><link>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/january/runners-needed-for-the-silverstone-half-marathon</link><guid>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/january/runners-needed-for-the-silverstone-half-marathon</guid><pubDate>Thu, 26 Jan 2012 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate><description><![CDATA[We're calling on runners to follow in the tyre tracks of Hamilton and Button and run around the world’s most famous motor race circuit to raise money for vulnerable and disadvantaged children.  ]]></description></item><item><title>Children's centre celebrates National Storytelling Week</title><link>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/january/childrens-centre-celebrates-national-storytelling-week</link><guid>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/january/childrens-centre-celebrates-national-storytelling-week</guid><pubDate>Wed, 25 Jan 2012 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Children at Burnley Wood Children's Centre will be treated to a special storytelling session as part of National Storytelling Week on Wednesday 1 February.]]></description></item><item><title>Social workers feel 'powerless' to intervene in child neglect cases</title><link>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/january/social-workers-feel-powerless-to-intervene-in-child-neglect-cases</link><guid>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/january/social-workers-feel-powerless-to-intervene-in-child-neglect-cases</guid><pubDate>Mon, 23 Jan 2012 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Over half of social workers, and a third of police officers feel ‘powerless’ to intervene in suspected cases of child neglect, according to a landmark report by Action for Children. ]]></description></item><item><title>The countdown to the world's biggest egg hunt begins</title><link>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/january/the-countdown-to-the-worlds-biggest-egg-hunt-begins</link><guid>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/january/the-countdown-to-the-worlds-biggest-egg-hunt-begins</guid><pubDate>Thu, 19 Jan 2012 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Action for Children supporters turned out in force last night (Wednesday 18 January) to countdown to The Fabergé Big Egg Hunt. ]]></description></item><item><title>Bannertastic activity for youngsters in Runcorn</title><link>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/january/bannertastic-activity-for-youngsters-in-runcorn</link><guid>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/january/bannertastic-activity-for-youngsters-in-runcorn</guid><pubDate>Tue, 17 Jan 2012 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Halton Youth Service, run by Action for Children, is inviting young people to get creative at a special banner making session in Runcorn on Saturday.]]></description></item><item><title>Scottish women urged to make a New Year’s resolution to race for Action for Children</title><link>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/january/scottish-women-urged-to-make-a-new-years-resolution-to-race-for-action-for-children</link><guid>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/january/scottish-women-urged-to-make-a-new-years-resolution-to-race-for-action-for-children</guid><pubDate>Thu, 12 Jan 2012 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Ignis Asset Management Women's 10k takes place in Glasgow on Sunday 13 May and women from Scotland are being urged to make a New Year’s resolution to take part.]]></description></item><item><title>Short breaks on offer to young carers in Hull</title><link>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/january/short-breaks-on-offer-to-young-carers-in-hull</link><guid>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/january/short-breaks-on-offer-to-young-carers-in-hull</guid><pubDate>Thu, 12 Jan 2012 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Funding is available to pay for young carers in Hull to enjoy a short break or day trip.]]></description></item><item><title>Parents urged to check if their family qualifies for free school meals</title><link>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/january/parents-urged-to-check-if-their-family-qualifies-for-free-school-meals</link><guid>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/january/parents-urged-to-check-if-their-family-qualifies-for-free-school-meals</guid><pubDate>Tue, 10 Jan 2012 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Free school meals are being promoted to children and parents in Workington, in a drive to encourage better take-up in the Cumbrian town.]]></description></item><item><title>Remembering Bob Holness</title><link>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/january/remembering-bob-holness</link><guid>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/january/remembering-bob-holness</guid><pubDate>Mon, 09 Jan 2012 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Action for Children ambassador was a true gentleman, a professional and an inspiration to a whole generation of young people, says Dame Clare Tickell.]]></description></item><item><title>Ulverston mums and dads urged to sign up for Parent Power</title><link>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/january/ulverston-mums-and-dads-urged-to-sign-up-for-parent-power</link><guid>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/january/ulverston-mums-and-dads-urged-to-sign-up-for-parent-power</guid><pubDate>Mon, 09 Jan 2012 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate><description><![CDATA[A new course teaching parenting skills will start in Ulverston, Cumbria next week.]]></description></item><item><title>Families shout for joy over trip to see Shhh!</title><link>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/january/families-shout-for-joy-over-trip-to-see-shhh</link><guid>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/january/families-shout-for-joy-over-trip-to-see-shhh</guid><pubDate>Wed, 04 Jan 2012 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Nearly 90 children and their parents from Cowgate and Blakelaw Children’s Centre are off on an excursion to see Shhh! - a new production playing at the Northern Stage theatre in Newcastle.]]></description></item><item><title>Connie plans ahead for future employment, Tracy Beaker style</title><link>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/january/connie-plans-ahead-for-future-employment-tracy-beaker-style</link><guid>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/january/connie-plans-ahead-for-future-employment-tracy-beaker-style</guid><pubDate>Tue, 03 Jan 2012 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate><description><![CDATA[A seven-year-old girl, who is starting early in her quest to find a job, has enlisted the help of Action for Children to get her foot on the employment ladder!]]></description></item><item><title>Action for Children and celebrities urge the public to help local children and families</title><link>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2011/december/action-for-children-and-celebrities-urge-the-public-to-help-local-children-and-families</link><guid>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2011/december/action-for-children-and-celebrities-urge-the-public-to-help-local-children-and-families</guid><pubDate>Thu, 29 Dec 2011 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate><description><![CDATA[
Action for Children is urging people to think about the needs of
their local community over the holiday season, and support some of
the most vulnerable and neglected children, young people and
families in their area.

 The charity and celebri...]]></description></item><item><title>Staff from Perth and Kinross Council dress down to benefit charity</title><link>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/january/staff-from-perth-and-kinross-council-dress-down-to-benefit-charity</link><guid>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/january/staff-from-perth-and-kinross-council-dress-down-to-benefit-charity</guid><pubDate>Fri, 23 Dec 2011 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Staff fromPerthand Kinross Council Benefits section raised £500 for Action for Children Scotland by holding regular ‘Dress Down Fridays’ throughout 2011.]]></description></item><item><title>A big thank you to kmfm from Action for Children</title><link>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2011/december/a-big-thank-you-to-kmfm-from-action-for-children</link><guid>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2011/december/a-big-thank-you-to-kmfm-from-action-for-children</guid><pubDate>Fri, 23 Dec 2011 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Kent-based radio station network has raised an incredible total of £12,340 so far which will make a huge difference to children and young people across the UK... and you can still give!]]></description></item><item><title>Clear out the clutter and take action for children this Christmas</title><link>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2011/december/clear-out-the-clutter-and-take-action-for-children-this-christmas</link><guid>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2011/december/clear-out-the-clutter-and-take-action-for-children-this-christmas</guid><pubDate>Fri, 23 Dec 2011 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Preloved.co.uk has teamed up with Action for Children to encourage people to clear out their clutter this Christmas and help raise vital funds to support some of the UK's most vulnerable and neglected children.]]></description></item><item><title>Bristol's most disadvantaged families to get Christmas food parcels</title><link>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2011/december/bristols-most-disadvantaged-families-to-get-christmas-food-parcels</link><guid>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2011/december/bristols-most-disadvantaged-families-to-get-christmas-food-parcels</guid><pubDate>Thu, 22 Dec 2011 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Action for Children project staff will be getting in the Christmas spirit and dressing up as Father Christmas and elves to deliver Christmas groceries to vulnerable families on Saturday.]]></description></item><item><title>Experts to overhaul the adoption system with new processes for prospective parents</title><link>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2011/december/experts-to-overhaul-the-adoption-system-with-new-processes-for-prospective-parents</link><guid>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2011/december/experts-to-overhaul-the-adoption-system-with-new-processes-for-prospective-parents</guid><pubDate>Thu, 22 Dec 2011 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Director of Children's Services at Action for Children, Hugh Thornbery, responded to the news from Children's minister Tim Loughton that delays are preventing potential parents from completing their adoption.]]></description></item><item><title>Jack the Station Cat takes his action for children!</title><link>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2011/december/jack-the-station-cat-takes-his-action-for-children</link><guid>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2011/december/jack-the-station-cat-takes-his-action-for-children</guid><pubDate>Thu, 22 Dec 2011 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate><description><![CDATA[A former Methodist minister and children’s author, Rev Alan Cliff, 75, from Rhyl, is giving half of the royalties from his latest book to Action for Children.]]></description></item><item><title>Disabled young people get crafty for Christmas</title><link>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2011/december/disabled-young-people-get-crafty-for-christmas</link><guid>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2011/december/disabled-young-people-get-crafty-for-christmas</guid><pubDate>Thu, 22 Dec 2011 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Eleven Pembrokeshire youngsters with varying disabilities joined forces with local artists Pip Lewis and Guy Norman of Space to Create for the festive workshop. ]]></description></item><item><title>Generous donation funds Christmas party for 100 Warrington youngsters</title><link>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2011/december/generous-donation-funds-christmas-party-for-100-warrington-youngsters</link><guid>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2011/december/generous-donation-funds-christmas-party-for-100-warrington-youngsters</guid><pubDate>Thu, 22 Dec 2011 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Festive fun was the order of the day for one hundred children and young people in Widnes, thanks to a charity donation by a local company.]]></description></item><item><title>Ofsted report "exemplary" service provided by Action for Children in Sheffield</title><link>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2011/december/ofsted-report-exemplary-service-provided-by-action-for-children-in-sheffield</link><guid>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2011/december/ofsted-report-exemplary-service-provided-by-action-for-children-in-sheffield</guid><pubDate>Wed, 21 Dec 2011 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate><description><![CDATA["Congratulations to everyone at Early Days for such an outstanding report. The centre is a tremendous asset for the local community and one that we are all very proud of."]]></description></item><item><title>Action for Children urges Bolton residents to help local children and families</title><link>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2011/december/action-for-children-urges-bolton-residents-to-help-local-children-and-families</link><guid>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2011/december/action-for-children-urges-bolton-residents-to-help-local-children-and-families</guid><pubDate>Wed, 21 Dec 2011 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The call follows research conducted which revealed that 79% of people in the North West concerned about local children either don’t know how or do not have the time or resources to help.]]></description></item><item><title>Mum and super slimmer to raise money for the Disability Lincolnshire project with 10k race</title><link>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2011/december/mum-and-super-slimmer-to-raise-money-for-the-disability-lincolnshire-project-with-10k-race</link><guid>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2011/december/mum-and-super-slimmer-to-raise-money-for-the-disability-lincolnshire-project-with-10k-race</guid><pubDate>Wed, 21 Dec 2011 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate><description><![CDATA[A Lincolnshire woman who has lost more than three and a half stone in weight this year has set herself the challenge of running 10 kilometres to help local disabled children this Christmas.]]></description></item><item><title>Fostering Network figures reveal 8,750 foster families are needed in the UK</title><link>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2011/december/fostering-network-figures-reveal-8750-foster-families-are-needed-in-the-uk</link><guid>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2011/december/fostering-network-figures-reveal-8750-foster-families-are-needed-in-the-uk</guid><pubDate>Tue, 20 Dec 2011 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Our Strategic Director of Children’s Services Hugh Thornbery comments on the new figures.]]></description></item><item><title>Children’s charity urges Scots to help local children and families</title><link>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/january/childrens-charity-urges-scots-to-help-local-children-and-families</link><guid>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/january/childrens-charity-urges-scots-to-help-local-children-and-families</guid><pubDate>Mon, 19 Dec 2011 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Children’s charity Action for Children Scotland is urging people to think about the needs of their local community over the holiday season, and support some of the area’s most vulnerable and neglected children, young people and families.]]></description></item><item><title>“Oh yes they did!” Children from Clackmannanshire enjoy pantomime at MacRobert theatre</title><link>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/january/“oh-yes-they-did”-children-from-clackmannanshire-enjoy-pantomime-at-macrobert-theatre</link><guid>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2012/january/“oh-yes-they-did”-children-from-clackmannanshire-enjoy-pantomime-at-macrobert-theatre</guid><pubDate>Mon, 19 Dec 2011 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate><description><![CDATA[A group of children and parents from Clackmannanshire enjoyed a festive evening after the MacRobert Theatre donated front-row pantomime tickets to leading children’s charity, Action for Children.]]></description></item><item><title>Action for Children to run East Dorset Children's Centres</title><link>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2011/december/action-for-children-to-run-east-dorset-childrens-centres</link><guid>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2011/december/action-for-children-to-run-east-dorset-childrens-centres</guid><pubDate>Mon, 19 Dec 2011 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Five children's centres in Wimborne, Corfe Mullen, Ferndown, West Moors and Verwood will be run from 1 January 2012 on behalf of Dorset County Council.]]></description></item><item><title>Action for Children Chief Executive Dame Clare Tickell’s response to the Government’s new Troubled Families Unit</title><link>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2011/december/action-for-children-chief-executive-dame-clare-tickells-response-to-the-governments-new-troubled-families-unit</link><guid>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2011/december/action-for-children-chief-executive-dame-clare-tickells-response-to-the-governments-new-troubled-families-unit</guid><pubDate>Thu, 15 Dec 2011 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate><description><![CDATA["For those families with complex needs, often caught in a tangled web of substance misuse, mental health difficulties, poverty and unemployment, the prospects can be bleak."]]></description></item><item><title>Cyclist in his seventies raises thousands for Action for Children</title><link>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2011/december/cyclist-in-his-seventies-raises-thousands-for-action-for-children</link><guid>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2011/december/cyclist-in-his-seventies-raises-thousands-for-action-for-children</guid><pubDate>Tue, 13 Dec 2011 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate><description><![CDATA[An intrepid grandfather from Magor has cycled across Wales to raise thousands of pounds for charity.
]]></description></item><item><title>Hang a bauble to help vulnerable children in Cardiff this Christmas</title><link>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2011/december/hang-a-bauble-to-help-vulnerable-children-in-cardiff-this-christmas</link><guid>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2011/december/hang-a-bauble-to-help-vulnerable-children-in-cardiff-this-christmas</guid><pubDate>Tue, 13 Dec 2011 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Action for Children, has partnered with homeware retailer, HomeSense, to launch a Christmas campaign to raise funds for Cardiff Short Breaks, Cardiff Young Carers and Vale of Glamorgan Young Carers.]]></description></item><item><title>Full house at Action for Children fundraiser</title><link>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2011/december/full-house-at-action-for-children-fundraiser</link><guid>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2011/december/full-house-at-action-for-children-fundraiser</guid><pubDate>Tue, 13 Dec 2011 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Women from across Fermanagh and beyond enjoyed a night of glamorous Christmas bingo recently on Wednesday 30th November 2011 to raise money for children’s charity Action for Children.

]]></description></item><item><title>Local runners wanted for New Year's Day fundraiser</title><link>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2011/december/local-runners-wanted-for-new-years-day-fundraiser</link><guid>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2011/december/local-runners-wanted-for-new-years-day-fundraiser</guid><pubDate>Tue, 13 Dec 2011 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Action for Children is inviting Wymondham residents to shed those excess Christmas pounds and start 2012 as they mean to go on by entering the Wymondham New Year’s Day 10k Run to raise money for some of theUK’s most vulnerable, children and families.

]]></description></item><item><title>Jo Pavey joins carols to chug full steam ahead for Action for Children</title><link>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2011/december/jo-pavey-joins-carols-to-chug-full-steam-ahead-for-action-for-children</link><guid>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2011/december/jo-pavey-joins-carols-to-chug-full-steam-ahead-for-action-for-children</guid><pubDate>Tue, 13 Dec 2011 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Local three-time Olympian star Jo Pavey will be swapping her trainers for the train this Thursday evening (8 December) as part of a festive charity event to help vulnerable children.

]]></description></item><item><title>KMFM’s All Day Auction raises over £12,000  For Action for Children</title><link>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2011/december/kmfms-all-day-auction-raises-over-£12000-for-action-for-children</link><guid>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2011/december/kmfms-all-day-auction-raises-over-£12000-for-action-for-children</guid><pubDate>Tue, 13 Dec 2011 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The KM FM network dedicated a whole day to fundraising for Action for Children and raised £12,340.]]></description></item><item><title>Action for Children fostering agency in Bristol praised as ‘Outstanding’ by Ofsted</title><link>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2011/december/action-for-children-fostering-agency-in-bristol-praised-as-‘outstanding-by-ofsted</link><guid>http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/news/archive/2011/december/action-for-children-fostering-agency-in-bristol-praised-as-‘outstanding-by-ofsted</guid><pubDate>Thu, 01 Dec 2011 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate><description><![CDATA[A fostering agency based in Bristol has received a glowing report from care and education watchdog, Ofsted.]]></description></item>
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