35 h. ago 'We're treated like hardened criminals for taking our children out of school during term time'

An outraged mum-of-two has spearheaded a national campaign against school holiday fines and says the Government’s school attendance crackdown is "reckless, punitive and negligible - and is criminalising parents"

Events

5 d. ago 'I take my children on holiday during school term and have saved £15,000'

She insists that she isn't going to stop because it's not affecting their education

Economics

6 d. ago AD FEATURE: 7 fun things to do with the kids this May half term

Make unforgettable memories with the family during the upcoming school holiday

Politics

6 d. ago Asda’s kids café meal deal drops to 60p to kick start retailer’s 60th birthday celebrations

Asda’s popular Kids Eat for £1 café meal deal to drop to just 60p for the month of May in the UK, including Scotland. A family with four children can all get a hot meal for less than £2.50. Over six million £1 kids café meals sold to date – peaking at 40,000 per week during school holidays. The price is to celebrate 60 years of Asda offering great family value.

Economics

6 d. ago Asda making huge change in all 205 supermarket cafés from this week

The supermarket first launched its £1 café offer for kids under 16 in June 2022 to help parents during the school holidays, and today's update cuts the price to just 60p

Politics

6 d. ago Summer holidays might cost you a £500 fine for one particular motoring offence...

The chances of drivers being fined for a particular offence is set to spike over the coming months, especially during the school summer holidays.

Economics

2 w. ago Are supermarkets open on Easter Sunday 2025? Latest from Tesco, Aldi, Co

The supermarket opening hours, including for Tesco, Lidl, Aldi, Asda and more are set to change over the Easter weekend - here are all the details

Politics

2 w. ago Supermarket Easter opening times 2025 for Aldi to Asda, Sainsbury's, Morrisons, Tesco and more

Easter Sunday will see a number of supermarket chains close across Wales, as the Bank Holiday weekend approaches. Here are the opening times for the UK's major stores

Politics

2 w. ago Fire HD 8 Kids Pro tablet drops to £69.99 at Amazon in time for Easter

Amazon has slashed the price of its bestselling Fire HD 8 Kids Pro tablet just in time for the school holidays – with over £80 off the latest model.

Economics

2 w. ago Top National Trust For Scotland Attractions 2025: Here are 11 amazing places to visit during the school holidays

From wildlife and fascinating history, to beautiful walks and some of Scotland’s best cafes, National Trust for Scotland properties have the lot.

Politics

2 w. ago Scotland school holidays 2025: Full list of term dates and breaks

Schoolchildren will be enjoying their last holiday lie-ins this weekend 🐰

Politics

3 w. ago Mum fined by school after being stranded abroad during term time holiday

The parent, who cannot be named for legal reasons, appeared before North Staffordshire Justice Centre after her child was taken out of primary school for a trip abroad.

Politics

3 w. ago Parkdean discount code – save an exclusive £25 or more on 2025 breaks

Make the most of the school holidays with savings on long and short UK breaks

Economics

3 w. ago Fort Kinnaird announces Easter weekend opening hours and holiday fun for families

Fort Kinnaird has confirmed its opening hours for the upcoming Easter bank holiday weekend and is inviting families to enjoy a packed programme of fun, food and entertainment throughout the school holidays.

Society

3 w. ago Glasgow Fort announces Easter weekend opening hours and holiday fun for families

Glasgow Fort has confirmed its opening hours for the upcoming Easter bank holiday weekend and is inviting families to enjoy a packed programme of fun, food and entertainment throughout the school holidays.

Politics

3 w. ago Easter days out for the family across the UK that are free and affordable

If you're looking for cracking 'EGGscursions' this Easter don't despair, we've rounded free and cheap days out so you can have fun while still saving money during the school holidays

Politics

3 w. ago Stacey Solomon's parenting hacks from 'free day out' to entertaining at home for less than £5

When it comes to saving money during the school holidays, most parents would appreciate a little help and TV personality and mummy influencer Stacey Solomon has a few unusual ideas that are worth a try

Society

3 w. ago Met Office weather maps reveal the best day to take a trip during the Easter school holidays

There is one day that looks to be the warmest, and another that may require an umbrella

Society

3 w. ago 20 things to do in Wales for the 2025 Easter school holidays

There is plenty to enjoy in Wales this Easter holiday including Amelia Trust Farm's Big Easter Event, Easter celebrations at Fonmon Castle and Wales v Ireland Womens 6 Nations

Politics

3 w. ago The best Easter school holidays activities in Scotland for kids this April

Lamb feedings, egg hunts, and faerie trails are just a few of the things you can get up to.

Politics