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Stephen Fry for prime minister, say young people
Young people would elect Stephen Fry as prime minister according to a survey which found that fewer than one in 10 respondents think politicians can be trusted.
The Children’s Society poll of more than 1,000 11- to 25-year-olds found 30 per cent believed Fry would be the best prime minister, compared to 21 per cent who [...]
Huge PSHE survey launched by government
UK schools are being quizzed on how they deliver personal, social, health and economic education (PSHE) as part of a comprehensive government survey.
The research project has been commissioned by the Department for Children, Schools and Families (DCSF) as part of a study into the effectiveness of teaching methods employed by primary and secondary schools.
Results will [...]
Children have their say on legal rights
Children should be allowed to determine their own legal rights, says the children’s rights director.
Roger Morgan, who is responsible for protecting the rights of children in England, said that future legislation should reflect a new report in which young people gave their own views on rights and responsibilities.
The right not to be bullied and the [...]
Drinkaware alcohol survey results
A recent Drinkaware poll showed over a third of 16 and 17-year-olds would prefer to get information on alcohol from their parents.
Research shows children’s openness to their parents’ influence changes dramatically as they grow up. Between the ages of 8 and 12, children generally accept what their parents say about alcohol.
From 13 onwards, young people [...]
Teachers call for better sex ed training and resources