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The Association for School and College Leaders said attendance is "one of the biggest challenges" schools must face, with several complex factors contributing to the problem. Image: RADAR

Unauthorised school absences in Derbyshire have risen significantly

These are the top 10 kids’ toys for Christmas – including flying avocados to pre...

The Queen Consort, Camilla, has revealed the Paddington Bear tributes will be donated to children’s charity Barnados

Queen Consort Camilla with Paddington Bear tributes going to new home

Under-25's could be banned from buying cigarettes under Government plans (Photo: Shutterstock)

Under-25’s could be banned from buying cigarettes under government plans

Domestic abuse rates are up 10% despite an overall drop in crime (Photo: Shutterstock)

Domestic abuse rates are up 10% despite an overall drop in crime

Lockdown restrictions are beginning to slowly ease around the UK, but when will charity shops open again? (Photo: Shutterstock)

Here’s when charity shops will open - and the new safety measures in place for d...

Here’s how to keep kids safe online - according to new government guidelines

Sue Ryder hospices across the UK could close - here’s why

Parents could be damaging the mental health of toddlers by allowing them onto social media from the age of two (Photo: Shutterstock)

Kids as young as 2 are being allowed to access social media - and it’s damaging ...

Pictured is Beetwell Street, Chesterfield.

Council forced to shell out Â£3,455 after vandal smashed bus shelter

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Pirate-themed fundraising helps kids

Actress Jo Joyner who is supporting the campaign.

Charity needs your unwanted clothes

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