The date of Chinese New Year changes every year, but it always falls between 21 January and 20 February. The day of the Chinese New Year is a new moon day, usually the second after the winter solstice. This year it was on 22 January 2023.

Last week, our campaigns team visited Bridge College alongside Nathaniel Yates to kickstart our work on making the local Ashburys' train station accessible.

An online survey undertaken by the children’s rights charity Article 39, as part of the national #KeepCaringTo18 campaign, was completed by 355 teenagers aged 16 and 17 between 20 November 2022 and 1 January 2023.

Today, we have outlined our concerns to the Department for Education about their plans to regulate semi-independent accommodation for 16- and 17-year-olds.

Our Campaigns and Advocacy Officer Styliana examines the potential impact of the semi-independent accommodation proposals on the mental health of children aged 16 and 17 who are in care.

Inscape House School knows how to throw a Christmas party! Over the last week of term, students got to meet Father Christmas, get temporary tattoos, raise funds for the school and more. 

Our Campaigns Manager Lucy reflects on the new regulations introduced by the government this month and the impact of legalising the use of ‘unregulated accommodation’ for 16 and 17 year olds.

Move Manchester dancers, Jack and Ayesha, were invited to Bridge College to share their love of dance and to teach students a routine to perform for parents and carers.

From Christmas trees to carolling, toys, and Santa’s Grotto – John Lewis has done it all. Children supported by the Together Trust have taken part in lots of fun activities this holiday season.