Opinion

A drug test. Photo by Getty Images

LEGAL EAGLE: Agreeing to a drug test when seeking access to your children is the... Andrew Freckleton

Tech firms can build protection into their platforms which will prevent them being bombarded with harmful suicide and self-harm content on social media.

CHILDLINE: The responsibility for staying safe online shouldn’t be on children Darren Worth

Chris Packham presented a new documentary this week, pondering whether the campaign influence governments on climate change needs to change (Picture: Rob Parfitt/Channel 4)

TV naturalist fights the law, and the law mainly wins Philip Cunnington

The collapse of Wilko reminds us of how precarious work is and how abandoned our high streets are in Tory Britain.

EMMA LEWELL-BUCK MP: The collapse of Wilko reminds us of how precarious work is ... Emma Lewell-Buck MP

South Shields Town Hall

The Animal Protection Charter in South Tyneside Anna Malia

Advice on getting a lasting power of attorney.

LEGAL EAGLE: A Lasting Power of Attorney - guidance on the rules Andrew Freckleton

It's important not to sweep mental health under the carpet.

CHILDLINE: Let's talk about improving mental health for young people Darren Worth

Clayton and Natalie enjoy a date on My Mum, Your Dad, the new ITV dating show hosted by Davina McCall (Picture: ITV)

My Mum, Your Dad review: The dating show to restore your faith in love

Schools across the country have been forced to close in full or partially due to safety issues over the concrete used in their construction. Photo by Leon Neal/Getty Images

KATE OSBORNE MP: A farcical way to handle any situation let alone one as crucial... Kate Osborne MP

A Special Guardianship Order is an order made by the court, often during care proceedings, that places a child with someone other than their parents on a long-term basis.

LEGAL EAGLE: Explaining what a local authority assessment for a Special Guardian... Andrew Freckleton

Starting secondary school age is the time most young people get their first mobile phone. Photo Abode Stock

CHILDLINE: NSPCC and Vodafone join forces to help parents and carers make their ... Darren Worth

Paul Whitehouse and Bob Mortimer returned in a new series of the brilliant Gone Fishing (Picture: BBC/Owl Power/Jonathan Jakob)

Gone FIshing review: I’d rather go fishing than anywhere with Gordon and Gino Philip Cunnington

Remedial work being carried out at a school which has been affected with sub standard Raac. Photo by Jacob King / PA Wire

EMMA LEWELL-BUCK MP: Tory Britain Is crumbling through austerity, economic misma... Emma Lewell-Buck MP

Like this ever happens?

RICHARD ORD: In the Man v Duvet trial by combat there can be only one winner! Richard Ord

Your father may also be able to make a claim for compensation if he can establish that the surgery fell below an acceptable standard.

LEGAL EAGLE: When negligent treatment is involved it is important to act quickly... Andrew Freckleton

It can be daunting for some children going back to school after a long, summer break. Photo by Emmanuel Dunand via Getty Images

CHILDLINE: The return to school can take a bit of time to adjust for some childr... Darren Worth

Nina Sosanya stars as wing governor Leigh Henry in the Channel 4 comedy-drama Screw (Picture: Mark Mainz/STV/Channel 4)

Screw review: Channel 4 comedy-drama avoids 'difficult second album syndrome' Philip Cunnington

Hot tub and sauna on private terrace

Here's what I thought of my stay at a luxury treehouse Hayley Lovely

Kids Fun Fest at South Shields Seafront Amphitheatre with Craig and Luke was a popular attraction over the summer. Photo by Stu Norton

COUNCIL LEADER: Students' success due in no small part to the support of their p... Cllr Tracey Dixon

'Students in the North East achieved the lowest combined number of GCSE exams in the top-grade boundaries in the country.'

KATE OSBORNE: This Government is failing our kids in the North East Kate Osborne MP

Designer dogs to suit all needs... especially those with deep pockets.

RICHARD ORD: Why have a dog and walk it yourself? Richard Ord

A large television screen near Manchester Crown Court broadcasts the judge sentencing convicted hospital nurse Lucy Letby. Photo by Christopher Furlong/Getty Images

LEGAL EAGLE: Following Lucy Letby conviction, will legislation to compel defenda... Andrew Freckleton

If your child feels uncomfortable speaking to you, they can visit the Childline website – www.childline.org.uk – for guidance and advice. Picture posed by models.

CHILDLINE: Changes to a child's mood or behaviour can be a sign - so talk openly... Darren Worth

Kevin Costner as John Dutton in the Channel 5 drama Yellowstone (Picture courtesy Channel 5)

Yellowstone review: Kevin Costner's new western is swept off the stable floor Philip Cunnington

Emma Lewell-Buck, MP, on the Key Community Food Bus. Photo copyright Emma Lewell-Buck MP

EMMA LEWELL-BUCK MP: Get on board the Key Community Food Bus – it's there for yo... Emma Lewell-Buck MP

The mother of the child always has parental responsibility. The father of a child will acquire PR in a variety of ways. Photo by PA

LEGAL EAGLE: Guidance on seeking parental responsibility for a wife's child from... Andrew Freckleton

Students opening their A-level results. Photo by Matt Cardy/Getty Images

CHILDLINE: Young people don’t need to worry in silence over their exam results Darren Worth

The greatest. Michael Parkinson who has died aged 88. NationalWorld image.

Why Parkinson will probably never be bettered Tony Gillan

A shopper leaves a branch of Wilko, the high street retailer facing closure.

KATE OSBORNE: This Tory government is letting down our communities Kate Osborne

RICHARD ORD: Richard Ord

If a Parental Responsibility Agreement is signed by the mother, then this would be presented to the Family Court.

LEGAL EAGLE: I want to be involved in any decisions about his care but I'm not o... Andrew Freckleton

Just as we would tell our children not to speak to strangers whilst playing outside the same rules should always apply online.

CHILDLINE: The online world has many benefits - but it can have a negative impac... Darren Worth

The Conservatives failed in their promise build 300,000 homes per year.

EMMA LEWELL-BUCK MP: Houses of Multiple Occupancy - the issues behind them expla... Emma Lewell-Buck MP

Beacon of Light fitness days ahead.

SHAPING UP: Stay fit and active this summer at the Beacon of Light By The Newsroom

CHILDLINE ADVICE: Top tips on leaving your child at home alone By The Newsroom

A terrified Ann Moore Martin (Anne Reid) in the new BBC drama The Sixth Commandment. Picture by BBC/Wild Mercury/Amanda Searle

The Sixth Commandment review: Careful, and full of care Philip Cunnington

Revellers at a previous Pride march.

KATE OSBORNE: Government is stirring up hatred and pitching people against each ... By The Newsroom

A letter you receive means you are now a ‘Respondent’ in Non-Molestation Order proceedings.

LEGAL EAGLE: My ex-partner claims I’m abusive and has applied for a non-molestat... Andrew Freckleton

President Volodymyr Zelensky walks in the town of Bucha, just northwest of the Ukrainian capital Kyiv on April 4, 2022. President Zelensky has said the Russian leadership was responsible for civilian killings in Bucha, outside Kyiv, where bodies were found lying in the street after the town was retaken by the Ukrainian army. (Photo by RONALDO SCHEMIDT / AFP) (Photo by RONALDO SCHEMIDT/AFP via Getty Images)

EMMA LEWELL-BUCK: We face threats, yet the Tories are making cuts to our armed f... Emma Lewell-Buck

'Sorry mate, this is a walk-in centre... no cartwheels.'

RICHARD ORD: Give the Beeb, and my body parts, a break Richard Ord

It is too easy for the online world to groom and blackmail children into sharing intimate images of themselves.

CHILDLINE: Social media platforms could easily reduce the risk if they chose to Darren Worth

Paul Connolly (right) finds his half-brother Frankie (left) after appearing on ITV's Long Lost Family (Photo by ITV/Wall To Wall Productions)

Review: ITV’s family search docs show Larkin was right about your mum and dad Philip Cunnington

Kate fears the NHS is on the brink of collapse.

KATE OSBORNE: Our NHS used to be the best in the world - now it’s in danger of c... Kate Osborne

Where an individual has been a victim of domestic abuse there are several options that can be considered.

LEGAL EAGLE: Where an individual has been a victim of domestic abuse there are s... Andrew Freckleton

It important that every child and young person gets all the support they need at school, as well at home and in public.

CHILDLINE : It's important every child and young person gets the support they ne... Darren Worth

The Resolution Foundation has estimated that around 6.5 million households in the UK will be affected by the post-mini budget rise in mortgage rates by 2026. Photo by Yui Mok/PA Wire

EMMA LEWELL-BUCK MP: In my constituency, 7,100 mortgage holders will be forced t... Emma Lewell-Buck MP

If you were detained at Kirklevington Detention Centre and suffered abuse you may have grounds to pursue a claim for compensation.

LEGAL EAGLE: If you were detained at Kirklevington Detention Centre and suffered... Andrew Freckleton

Going Green: Warmer waters aren’t healthy for our wildlife Green campaigner and consumer expert Angela Terry

Decathlon’s green ‘No tent left behind’ campaign Green campaigner and consumer expert Angela Terry

Electric vehicles are here to stay

Going Green: Driving home case for more electric vehicles Green campaigner and consumer expert Angela Terry

Enjoy the seaside

Going Green: Make little changes before visiting the seaside Green campaigner and consumer expert Angela Terry

Cherie Lunghi. (Photo by Gareth Cattermole/Getty Images for Disney)

Going Green : Make your barbecue environment friendly Green campaigner and consumer expert Angela Terry

Get out into the great outdoors this Father's Day

Going Green: Go back to nature with your dad on Father’s Day Green campaigner and consumer expert Angela Terry

Deborah Meaden (Photo by Jeff Spicer/Getty Images)

Going Green: How awful is climate change for gardeners? Green campaigner and consumer expert Angela Terry

There are more rainbow flags, a symbol of LGBTQ+, around as Pride Month is celebrated. Photo by Angela Weiss / AFP via Getty Images

CHILDLINE: In the last year there were almost 3,400 counselling sessions where g... Darren Worth