Save the Children is calling for the immediate scrapping of the two-child limit as newly released figures from the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) show that almost 40,000 more children are now living in families affected by the policy than there were last year.

Nicholas Hoult, actor and longtime supporter of Save the Children, has surprised children at a play project in London as he becomes the charity’s newest celebrity ambassador, just a day after attending a fan event for his latest film, Superman.

Why is mass lobbying so important - and how you can get involved

Misan Harriman fronts a creative project with Palestinian children from Gaza supported by Save the Children in Egypt, in collaboration with Choose Love.

Young researchers from the Rhondda Valley in south Wales working with Save the Children Cymru have created a powerful animation to share their ideas on how child poverty can be tackled in Wales.

Dads in Cardiff are enjoying quality time with their children and making the most of an outdoor play space created as part of a collaborative project between Save the Children Cymru and the local community.

High-quality, inclusive childcare is critical to reduce child poverty, increase parental employment rates and meet the government's ambitious Early Years target.

The annual income of Save the Children UK rose to £305 million last year, boosted by increases in legacies and government funding for education, health services and nutrition.

In response to Keir Starmer’s speech on the strategic defence review, Save the Children has warned that further cuts to the UK’s aid budget would be catastrophic.

Two rounds of aid cuts in less than five years demand urgent course correction to UK ICF to protect children on the climate crisis frontlines and to safeguard the UK's national interest.

Reflecting on the achievements and learnings from Save the Children's Corporate Advisory Board.

World Bank International Development Association report signals grim reality of UK aid cuts.

Recent figures showed that child poverty has fallen in Scotland, in contrast with the rest of the UK. This shows that measures like the Scottish Child Payment are working. But the Scottish Government still missed its interim child poverty target - and poverty in families with a baby increased. To meet the legally binding 2030 child poverty target, we need to see bold action, including investing in social security.

Save the Children's reaction to the UK Government not making a financial pledge at a major global summit on nutrition, Nutrition for Growth, held in Paris.

The UK Government is yet to make a financial commitment on fighting malnutrition at a summit designed to leverage billions of dollars in support.

The Youth Shadow Panel is inviting children and young people across England to share their views and experience of school or college, to advocate for changes that can make the education system better for everyone.

Statement in response to the HBAI (Households Below Average Income) child poverty figures released which show a record 4.5 million children are now living in poverty in the UK, increase of 200,000

The Government is choosing to plunge 50,000 more children into poverty

A statement from Dan Paskins, Executive Director of Policy, Advocacy & Campaigns - "The Chancellor’s Statement does nothing to meaningfully tackle child poverty"

How the Save the Children community based project Ehangu has helped bring communities together in Cardiff and beyond.

Some 23,000 young people have cast their vote in a mass-scale election for children across England and Wales.

For most of us, climate change seems remote and theoretical. It’s a story happening in the news or in the future. But that's not the story for children.

How Save the Children worked with the British Standards Institution on new, free child protection guidance for UK organisations.

Ruth Talbot, child poverty policy adviser, sets out what the UK Government must to do make childcare work for families

Dan Paskins, director of UK Impact at Save the Children UK, reflects on the Chancellor's Spring Statement and what it means for children and families living in poverty

Lola- one of our Changemaker Leaders- explains why she volunteers, and the importance of a fossil-fuel phase out for both planetary and personal health.

Changemaker Leader Michelle talks about why climate action is so important to her.

Fiona King, Senior Policy and Public Affairs Manager at Save Scotland makes the case for focusing policy, practice and resource on the youngest children.

Meghan Meek - O'Connor, Senior Policy advisor, sets out why we need a Child Lock - a 'double lock' spending on children's social security entitlements

Meghan Meek - O'Connor, Senior Policy advisor, sets out why we need a Child Lock - a 'double lock' spending on children's social security entitlements.

Children shouldn’t have to bear the burden of the cost of living crisis. Yet we’re hearing from parents and our partners in Wales how difficult things are for them.

Fiona King, Snr Policy and Public Affairs Manager at Save the Children looks at the latest attainment gap figures in Scotland.

A look back at some of the amazing achievements made possible for children every minute, every day, all around the world.

At Save the Children, we are working with the Joseph Rowntree Foundation to change the story about child poverty in Scotland.

We outline findings of new research which highlights Scottish parents’ experiences and views on supporting their babies early development and learning.

Save the Children UK is calling on donors to commit sufficient funding to educate the world's refugees at this year's Global Refugee Forum.

There are three key ways the UK government can tackle child poverty at this month's Autumn Statement.

Taking action: How we can help support mothers, caregivers and families in the best way through the challenges they face

A look back at what was achieved as part of the Bettws Early Learning Community in Newport over the past year and where we go from here.

Save the Children calls on Rishi Sunak to show up to the UN General Assembly to make progress on key reforms both on the global stage and at home.

Labour has an opportunity to build on its legacy of leadership in international development.

The Paris Summit raised awareness and momentum but fell short on tangible outcomes

Fiona King looks at the Scottish Government’s latest report on how they are delivering on a commitment to drive down child poverty.

Bolder action is needed to drive down poverty and invest in all families being financially secure.

Want to raise money for kids in the UK and around the world while you shop? There's a (free) app for that! Download it today.

What next for childcare after the UK's latest budget announcements?

Multiple crises are denying children their right to education and they are demanding world leaders do better.

Inspired by the real-life stories of children, the short film from Aardman tells a story about how child refugees feel and what it’s like to be away from home

Ruth McDonald, Practice Development Advisor for Save the Children Cymru talks about a project enabling parents to pause and play with children to help their development

Our amazing partners are offering a range of products and services over the festive period – all raising even more funds for the vital work Save the Children.

Adequate, effective and child-centred climate finance is needed to protect and uphold rights of children at the frontlines of the climate crisis.

Top tips for your school on Christmas Jumper Day

We've been doing research to better understand how key swing audiences understand child poverty, and how to help foster more empathy for families on low incomes.

Find out more about Christmas Jumper Day 2022 and how everyone in your primary school can get involved. 

Insights from our conversations with 54,500 children on climate change and inequality, and how global leaders should act on them.

Poverty and the climate emergency are two sides of the same coin, that can and need to be addressed together.

Suzi Murning looks at what policies the Scottish Government should announce as part of the Emergency Budget Review to protect children living in poverty.

Challenge Poverty Week 2022: Listening to parents real life experience of poverty in the UK, and using these to take action.

Six tips on discussing this difficult subject with the children in your life.

Save the Children is devastated to hear of the death of Her Majesty The Queen.

How children living in the grip of poverty are suffering the most in Scotland's Cost of Living Crisis.

Suzi Murning, Save the Children’s Policy and Advocacy Adviser in Scotland, looks at the latest figures on child poverty and what needs to happen now.

Child poverty is about more than going without essentials

Malnutrition, caused by extreme hunger, is one of the biggest killers of young children around the world today. But where is the meaningful action to combat it?

Fiona King, Snr Policy and Public Affairs Manager at Save the Children, outlines findings of a new report into child poverty in Scotland with partners JRF.

Small actions and big impacts – the amazing Parent Campaigners of Save the Children

Choosing to bring new life into an uncertain future is never an easy decision to make - but the hope and possibility that all children bring can be galvanising.

Kerstin Nott is a Save the Children Project Officer for the Bettws Early Learning Community based in Newport.

When there are upsetting events in the news or in the local community, children may see, hear or read things that cause them anxiety or distress. Help them understand.

We answer the big questions for our supporters.

5 practical actions that you could consider taking here in the UK to respond to the ongoing situation with refugees from Ukraine.

Every child deserves a magical childhood. H&M HOME is collaborating with Save the Children for a collection of spectacular and fun details for kids' rooms.

Discover how each of our fantastic Christmas Jumper Day partners are helping children in the UK and across the world get the food, healthcare, and education they need.

The Tightrope is inspired by real people living across the UK, striving to do their best by their families.

Read Michelle's story of what it is like living with poverty and the stigma she faced, even from her own family.

No parent in Scotland should be going hungry to feed their child. This budget comes at a critical time for delivering on child poverty ambitions.

In last week’s Budget, the Chancellor announced a set of measures for working families. This is good news - but families still face a difficult winter.

Tasha, a working mum of four, talks about the positive impact of universal credit and the danger of losing this essential lifeline.

Esther Hodges, member of our LGBT+ Allies network, shares a statement of solidarity and support to trans and non-binary people.

Scottish families living on low incomes share how the pandemic affected their lives, children and income.

The world’s poorest children are being impacted the most by COVID-19, and G20 governments need to improve initiatives to support them.

Today, 23rd March 2021, marks exactly a year since the UK first went into lockdown.

This International Women's Day, the UK government must do more to support single mothers struggling on a low income.

Taking a look back at the year and offering some rays of hope for 2021.

Michelle, a parent on legacy benefits, gives evidence to Parliament about her experience of not receiving the £20-a-week uplift

The Royal Foundation’s survey highlights why it’s time for policy-makers to prioritise parents’ role in their children’s development

As we approach the cold winter months many families with children are facing uncertain times. The Government must act now to keep the £20 increase to benefits.

We're saddened by the vote on free school meals. Now's the time to work together and demand a winter plan for children.

Parent Campaigner Michelle tells her story of how she came to use social security, and why people with lived experience are crucial in policy making.

In autumn 2020, Anjali, 15, discussed the global education COVID-19 response with key ministers including Baroness Sugg and Karina Gould. Here are her reflections,

In autumn 2020, Finn (14) discussed the global education COVID-19 response with key ministers including Baroness Sugg and Karina Gould. Here are his reflections,

The Sustainable Development Goals should be the cornerstone of the global policy agenda for the new Foreign and Commonwealth Development Office.

The UK can play a significant role in bringing the world together to protect education during this time of crisis, by pushing for a coordinated and ambitious response.

The Chancellor's summer statement provides support to help people get back to work - but does nothing to help struggling families now.

Due to Covid-19, Save the Children shops have been temporarily closed. In line with government advice, we plan to start re-opening some of our stores from mid-July.

Anna Thorne, Co-chair of Save the Children UK’s LGBT+ allies network reflects on a month of virtual Pride celebrations.

The impact of Covid-19 on families with young children is profound - alongside Marcus Rashford's campaign, now is the time to throw children in poverty a lifeline.

From Meghan Markle to Stephen Fry, Helen Mirren to Ashley Walters - the contributors to Save the Children’s #SaveWithStories campaign is as varied as it is illustrious.

The take-up of our Emergency Grants Scheme gives us some indication of the level of deprivation some families are experiencing during this crisis.

We know from our work across the country that the coronavirus crisis is hitting families hard – and the poorest families hardest of all. For many of Britain’s poorest children, today will be another day trying to learn or play at home without toys or basic furniture such as a table or bed. Another day […]

From navigating digital meetings to the challenge of keeping up morale in the virtual sphere, many of us have experienced the ups and downs of working from home in the past month. As Parliament is about to come up against the same issues, I’ve drawn on what we’ve learned over the past month to offer some key tips.

We are living through extraordinary times. In the space of a few short months the Coronavirus pandemic has spread to almost every country in the world, bringing grief, suffering, and economic chaos in its wake. In the UK our National Health Service, and everyone working in it, has come under enormous pressure. Recession and the […]

Families in poverty will be feeling the economic effects of the unfolding crisis most acutely. We’re calling for a Family Rescue Package.

With schools and nurseries closing and people facing lay-offs and cuts in pay, hard-up Brits need more help to get their families through the corona crisis. Even before coronavirus, four million children lived in poverty. Plenty of readers know the headaches of juggling growing bills and shrinking pay. Boris Johnson has rightly stepped in to […]

Mornings in Feltham, west London, start like any other town centre. The high street is bustling, teeming with parents taking children on scooters to primary school. Warm and friendly staff in the local coffee shop serve bleary eyed people on their way to work. Beside a duck filled pond, the star of Freddie Mercury holds […]

We asked one of our London Marathon runners, Tasmia Baig, to share her top tips on how to fundraise for a challenge event – whether you’re keen to try a 10K or go for a full marathon, Save the Children will support you every step of the way, and the money you raise could help save children’s lives. […]

Aneita got involved with our “Make Childcare Work” campaign after reading about the struggles of a group of women. Find out Aneita’s story.

If you think charity shops are just a place to drop off unwanted clothes or pick up a bargain, think again. Thousands of shoppers come through our doors every week with a fire in their bellies to change the world. Our conversations on the shop floor suggest that, given the chance to take campaigning action […]

With the government struggling to establish a parliamentary majority capable of unlocking the complexities behind our national Brexit conundrum, there’s another big problem with an obvious solution they could adopt tomorrow. Right now, millions of the poorest parents in our country are struggling to meet childcare costs. Many of these parents are eligible for childcare […]

What is maths anxiety and why does it matter? Research just published by the Centre for Neuroscience in Education at the University of Cambridge highlights the grim experience of ‘mathematics anxiety’ among children in the UK (Carey et al, 2019). It’s there in early primary school, and it gets worse at secondary school. The researchers […]

As the saying goes, you’re never too old to learn. Something I was reminded of recently when listening to a debate on Innovation and Development, run by University College London’s Department of Science, Technology, Engineering and Public Policy. Not only did I meet an enthusiastic and outspoken group of students, but I learnt a few […]

Today’s child poverty figures show that child poverty in the UK is increasing across the board, and that the youngest children continue to be most at risk.Our analysis shows that since 2010, over 400,000 more children in households with children under 5 are in poverty, an increase of over a quarter over this period. […]

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Mums and dads: want to help your child learn and have fun this summer? Top child psychologist Dr Elizabeth Kilby has developed ten top tips to help your young kids – especially those starting school in September – to get ahead over the holidays.