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One in Nine UK Teens Approached by Criminals

A major UK survey finds one in nine 13-17 year olds asked to handle drugs, weapons or money. Over 120,000 teens accepted, revealing a hidden crisis of child criminal exploitation.

Man jailed for grooming girls on Snapchat

Tye Hunt, 23, has been sentenced to nearly three years for using Snapchat to groom two young girls. The court heard of the devastating impact on his victims. Learn more about the case and support available.

Explaining the UK's New Child Poverty Strategy

The UK government has unveiled a new strategy to tackle child poverty. We break down the key measures, funding, and what it means for families across the nation. Read the full analysis.

Labour abolishes two-child limit on benefits

The new Labour government has abolished the controversial two-child benefit limit. While a vital step, experts urge further action to meet child poverty targets. Read the analysis.

Labour's Plan to Lift 550,000 Children from Poverty

The Labour government unveils its child poverty strategy, targeting 550,000 children by 2030 with expanded childcare, free school meals, and support for vulnerable families. Read the full details.

Scotland Orders Review of Grooming Gang Evidence

The Scottish government has announced an independent national review of grooming gang evidence, led by Professor Alexis Jay. The findings will decide on a judge-led public inquiry into child sexual exploitation.

County Lines: A Decade of Destroyed Young Lives

A decade after 'county lines' drug dealing was identified, a new Sky News podcast reveals the devastating impact on exploited children like Lucy, who was stabbed at 13. Listen now.

Couple jailed for modern slavery in brothel

A couple from Smethwick has been sentenced for running a human trafficking ring, exploiting 14 women in a brothel. Learn how to spot the signs of modern slavery.

Labour Budget Ends Two-Child Benefit Cap

Chancellor Rachel Reeves delivers a Labour budget, scrapping the controversial two-child benefit cap in a move set to lift thousands of children out of poverty. Discover the new fair tax measures.

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