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Bright ideas and illuminating insights from the world of Lamplight.
Holiday stress can affect us before, during, and after. From pre-holiday workloads and travel worries to post-holiday blues, it’s important to prioritise self-care and maintain realistic expectations.
The Milburn Report 2026 highlights a growing youth disengagement crisis in the UK, with nearly one million young people not in education, employment or training. The report calls for urgent reforms to improve access to education, employment, apprenticeships and mental health support.
Lamplight helped long-term customer PACT secure £9,948 from Nominet's Members' GiveHub to create trauma-informed digital resources for adopted young people.
A new report for Carers Week 2026 reveals the true scale and impact of unpaid care in the UK, with 11.6 million people currently supporting loved ones. There is a growing call for action to build more carer-friendly communities and ensure carers are valued, included, and able to thrive.
Recent updates in the homelessness charity sector show that while policy changes—like scrapping the Vagrancy Act—are a step forward, they are not enough on their own. Charities are calling for a greater focus on dignity, inclusion, and tailored support.
A quick overview of the Data (Use and Access) Act and what it means for charities, including soft opt-in rules for marketing and new requirements for handling data protection complaints.
Catch up on recent developments across the LGBTQ+ charity sector, from stronger legal protections and new funding for homeless young people to the closure of a long-standing charity and ongoing policy debates.
Explore the latest developments in the UK mental health charity sector, from funding pressures and policy changes to new initiatives supporting young people and underserved communities.
Significant new investment in the Parent & Family Support Charity Sector is driving a major expansion of Best Start Family Hubs across the UK. With a focus on early intervention, joined-up services, and targeted support for parents, the sector is taking steps to ensure more families receive the help they need, when they need it.
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