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Read about our services, campaigns and the people we help, and get the latest on policies affecting children and young people

There’s more to early years than childcare

No child should be held back because of gaps in the provision of early years services. But our latest report reveals large numbers of parents struggle to access this support

21 September 2021

The big cut – hairdressers among those hardest hit by Universal Credit change

There are no winners from next month’s large cut to Universal Credit and Working Tax Credit - £20/week (£1,040/year) – but the people losing big are those in work

06 September 2021

Action for Children worker speaks out: “Working here, you see how resilient children can be”

Action for Children worker Caryl Dyer takes you behind the scenes of our latest campaign, Star in Every Child, sharing the true stories behind what you see on screen

06 September 2021

Your chance to help children’s stars shine

Find out how can help Action for Children unlock the potential in every child by joining our new campaign: Star in Every Child

06 September 2021

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The untold truth about school uniforms

For some families, 'back to school’ season involves a trade-off between putting food on the table or buying their children their new school uniform

01 September 2021

Where is child poverty increasing in the UK?

The End Child Poverty Coalition has recently published local child poverty data, showing the scale of problem across the UK

01 September 2021

'Don't call me a case': Five things the Care Review should recommend to improve our care system

The Independent Review of Children's Social Care is a rare opportunity to improve the lives of children and families. We respond to some big questions posed by the Review’s recent ‘Case for Change’ report

27 August 2021

UK Government: Don’t plunge 200,000 more children into poverty

The Government is planning the biggest cut to benefit payments since the second world war. This cut could see half a million people, including 200,000 children, fall into poverty. Help us fight back

25 August 2021

From bump to baby steps: Supporting the transition to parenthood

Becoming a parent isn't easy. Some parents need extra support. We spoke to Anita Jones, a midwife at our Baby Steps early years service, to hear what we’re doing to help

16 August 2021

Annie Price: ‘'I feel lucky to have been adopted, now I want to help children who have been neglected'

Annie Price is raising money for Action for Children. Find out more about her adoption story and why she supports the charity.

03 August 2021

When a volunteering role turns into a lasting friendship

Action for Children’s independent visitors volunteer to befriend a child in care. Hear how Sarah’s decision to sign up led her to Evie, who she now calls her sister

30 July 2021

Child victims of domestic abuse: 4 ways we’re supporting recovery

Our Breaking the Cycle programme provides counselling to child victims of domestic abuse. Find out how it’s helping children like Harvey* have a safe and happy childhood again

20 July 2021

Lydia Bright: 'Fostering made me the person I am today'

TV personality Lydia Bright spent her childhood as part of a fostering family. She tells us how fostering made an impact in her life and why she chooses to support Action for Children

08 July 2021

Why Army veteran Steve is flying the flag for dads

Superdad Steve tells us about how he got into volunteering and the importance of men in early years

29 June 2021

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Five of the most creative ways to Boycott your Bed (+ help vulnerable kids!)

We’re shining a spotlight on some of the wonderful supporters who are giving up their beds for the night on Friday, 9 July, in aid of vulnerable children across the UK. How could you Boycott your Bed?

25 June 2021

Eliza shows off her Action for Children Drawing Challenge entry

Photo gallery: Children’s drawing challenge

In honour of our 'Boycott Your Bed' challenge, we asked children to wow us with their creativity drawing their dream sleeping spots and they didn’t disappoint

23 June 2021

It’s time to walk the walk on early help

We’re still waiting for children to suffer harm before giving them the help they need. To change that, the Care Review needs to get it right on early help, argues Joe Lane, Action for Children’s Head of Policy & Research

17 June 2021

How we delivered disability and family support in Wales during the pandemic

Judith Kirkby, Children's Services Manager, reflects on a turbulent year for the disability and family support services she manages across South East Wales

28 May 2021

Want to help vulnerable children? Boycott your Bed!

On Friday 9 July, we’re challenging you to raise money by spending the night in the most unusual place you can think of

25 May 2021

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Child poverty will weigh down on levelling up

"The high and increasing level of child poverty is incompatible with giving all children the best start in life."

20 May 2021