‘I saw a mum drunk in the garden as her kids wandered around the street in their underwear’ Sunday, February 15, 2026 nspcc childline substancemisuse parentalalcoholism neglect addiction children helpline nacoa abuse Across the UK, child helplines are experiencing an alarming surge in calls from individuals worried about children living with parents struggling with drug or alcohol addiction. The NSPCC recently reported receiving over … Read More
Children Face Increased Risk of Harm Over Christmas, Warns NSPCC Friday, December 5, 2025 christmas nspcc childline abuse neglect domesticviolence children family safety alcohol As the festive season approaches, the NSPCC has issued a stark warning about the increased risks faced by children during Christmas. New research highlights that many families in the West Midlands—and across the UK—experience … Read More
Stunned Midland Parent 'Can't Believe I Didn't Realise Child Was Being Groomed Online' Thursday, November 13, 2025 grooming onlineabuse childprotection nspcc childline midlands sexualcommunication technology safeguarding mentalhealth A parent from the Midlands has spoken out, deeply shaken after discovering their daughter was groomed online. The child, who had sent photos to someone she met over the internet, was left feeling it was her fault and … Read More