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Former student police officer jailed for sex offences against 13-year-old girl

Haider Siddique had previously pleaded guilty to two counts of sexual activity with a child.

The Independent UK · Aug 11, 2023

Jacob Crouch’s mother Gemma Barton ‘failed to face up’ to signs of abuse

The 10-month-old was the victim of a ‘culture of cruelty’, a judge said.

The Independent UK · Aug 4, 2023

How lockdown may have provided ‘cover’ for deadly child abuse in England

Sentencing of stepfather of Jacob Crouch for boy’s murder is latest case from first year of Covid-19

The Guardian - UK · Aug 4, 2023

Dele Alli praised as ‘brave and inspirational’ as tributes pour in for emotional interview

The Prince of Wales has praised the “brave and inspirational” Dele Alli for speaking out about his mental health struggles after he revealed he was sexually abused as a child.

Evening Standard · Jul 13, 2023

Prince William praises footballer Dele Alli for opening up about mental health: ‘It’s not a sign of weakness’

The Prince of Wales called the Everton midfielder ‘inspirational’ for discussing his experiences of abuse as a child

The Independent UK · Jul 13, 2023

New online reform regulatory system could cost nearly £170m, Ofcom estimates

A new report by public spending watchdog the National Audit Office praised the progress Ofcom has made in preparing for the new regulatory role.

The Independent UK · Jul 11, 2023

What age can a child be left alone? - six key questions to ask

With long summer holidays ahead it is a tough decision many families have to make

Nottingham Post · Jul 7, 2023

What age can a child be left home alone? - six key questions to ask

With long summer holidays ahead it is a tough decision many families have to make

Wales Online · Jul 7, 2023

Dad buys £35 raffle ticket - and wins £3.5million mansion

Will, 40, is a financial risk analyst

Nottingham Post · Jul 7, 2023

Dad wins incredible £3.5million Omaze house in raffle - plus £100,000 in cash

Lucky Will Satherley has won the incredible property after buying a ticket for £35 and he says the only thing he has ever won before were six cakes in a pub quiz

Daily Mirror · Jul 7, 2023