top of page

Monday News Issue 159- 13th January 2025

Matthew Paminter

“Failure is simply the opportunity to begin again, this time more intelligently”



Events this week:

January 14th- STIQ Day 2025

January 16th- National Religious Freedom Day 2025

January 19th- World Religion Day 2025

 

Legislation/Regulation of the week

Mental health bill: proposed changes 2024

The mental health bill 2024 was introduced into parliament on Wednesday 6 November 2024 by the minister responsible for mental health, Baroness Merron.

The measures introduced in the 2024 mental health bill aim to give people greater control over their treatment and help ensure they receive the dignity and respect they deserve.

The foundation of the 2024 mental health bill links to 4 key areas;

  •    choice and autonomy

  •     least restriction

  •     therapeutic benefit the person as an individual.

 (Reading this can be counted towards your 20% off the Job learning if it links to the knowledge, skills, and behaviours in your apprenticeship standard – Approx. 30 mins)

Please remember to review this in your policy/legislation review workbook)

 

Videos of the week

Gambling: A Game of Life and Death

Online gambling has exploded in recent years, and with it, concerns about addiction, particularly among young men. Telling the stories of two young men harmed by their gambling addiction, Gambling: A Game of Life and Death traces how they became hooked, the attempts they made to overcome their addiction and the reasons recovery seemed so impossible. Told with powerful testimony from friends and family, the devastating personal consequences of gambling addiction in young men are laid bare.

Watching this can be counted towards your 20% off the Job learning if it links to the knowledge, skills, and behaviours in your apprenticeship standard – Approx. 50 mins)

 

Event of the week/month

World Religion Day 2025

World Religion Day is celebrated every January on the third Sunday of the month. In 2025, that falls on the 19th of January. Its aim is to promote understanding and peace between all religions, encouraging people to learn about other faiths and their followers.

World Religion Day aims to promote the unity of religious peoples so that we can overcome historical differences. For centuries, different religions and faiths have fought each other, and ignored their common values. The purpose of World Religion Day is to work towards a peaceful understanding between faiths.

(Reading this can be counted towards your 20% off the Job learning if it links to the knowledge, skills, and behaviours in your apprenticeship standard – Approx. 40 mins)


Safeguarding & ED & I


How many platforms do you recognise?

From popular ones like TikTok, Snapchat, and YouTube to lesser-known apps, kids are exploring a LOT of platforms today. But do you know which ones they're using, and are they safe?

The digital world is always evolving, and staying informed is the best way to keep kids safe. So, how many of these platforms do you recognise?

(Reading this can be counted towards your 20% off the Job learning if it links to the knowledge, skills, and behaviours in your apprenticeship standard – Approx. 50 mins)


Supporting SEN with online safety

Being online can be a positive experience for children and young people, including those with additional needs. So much of our communication now happens online, either by messages, in a game or through a video call, and some children who find communication more challenging welcome this option as an alternative. Online platforms such as apps, social media sites and games can help them connect with the wider world and make friends with new people that they might not know offline.

As professionals, you play an important role in helping children to have positive experiences online. For children with additional needs, they can often be more vulnerable to some of the risks young people face online which is why it is important to educate them about the dangers and prepare them to use the internet safely

(Reading this can be counted towards your 20% off the Job learning if it links to the knowledge, skills, and behaviours in your apprenticeship standard – Approx. 20 mins)

 

Affluent Neglect

Affluent neglect refers to the neglect experienced by children in wealthy families. Often, neglect in wealthier families can be more difficult to spot, as the type of neglect experienced by children and young people in these circumstances is often emotional. Children from affluent families aren’t as sheltered from neglect as some of us may think. 

Children from wealthy families can often suffer from parental neglect. It is often the case that parents work long hours, leaving children in the care of paid carers. This can create an emotional disconnect and leave children feeling lonely, with their emotional needs unfulfilled by their parents. Due to their own personal life experiences, affluent parents may put a high amount of pressure on their children to succeed academically, which can sometimes lead to psychological and emotional issues for children.

(Reading this can be counted towards your 20% off the Job learning if it links to the knowledge, skills, and behaviours in your apprenticeship standard – Approx. 30 mins)

 

Racism is sadly a common experience still for many children and young people.

Those who experience Racism and the harmful outcomes caused by bias and a lack of racially inclusive practice and have huge short term and long term effects.

The Diana Award has formed a coalition of organisations representing young people’s voices, including Everyday Racism, The Centre for Mental Health, Not So Micro, The Black Curriculum, UK Youth and The African Caribbean Education Network.

#TakeRacismSeriously are calling for urgent action to address the impacts of this growing crisis.

 (Reading this can be counted towards your 20% off the Job learning if it links to the knowledge, skills, and behaviours in your apprenticeship standard – Approx. 20 mins)

 

Are you ready for Online Safety Week?

Safer Internet Day 2025 will take place on the 11th of February 2025, with celebrations and learning based around the theme ‘Too good to be true? Keeping yourself and others safe from scams online‘

This Safer Internet Day we will assess the real scale of this issue and allow young people to share their experiences and ideas on how to tackle the problem. It will focus on raising awareness of issues such as online financial sextortion and consider the future of scams, answering questions such as:

  • How is changing technology like generative AI going to impact the approach of scammers?

  • What role can the government and internet industry take to tackle this threat?

  •  And what changes would young people like to see to help protect themselves moving forward?

(Reading this can be counted towards your 20% off the Job learning if it links to the knowledge, skills, and behaviours in your apprenticeship standard – Approx. 20 mins)

 

What do children and young people think about the police?

Teenagers’ views of the police shift as they get older and gain more exposure to policing. Over half (54%) of 13-17-year-olds believe the police do a good job in their local areas. Similar proportions feel the police use force appropriately (50%) and are available when needed (47%). Only 45% think the police treat everyone fairly, regardless of race or religion.

Age plays a significant role in shaping perceptions. Thirteen-year-olds consistently express the most positive views, while 16-17-year-olds are more critical of police conduct.

Interestingly, Black teenagers (63%) are the most likely to agree that the police do a good job locally, compared to 54% of White children, 52% of Asian children and 50% of mixed ethnicity children.

(Reading this can be counted towards your 20% off the Job learning if it links to the knowledge, skills, and behaviours in your apprenticeship standard – Approx. 20 mins)

 

Health & Safety


The Big Mental Health Report 2024 - MIND

The Big Mental Health Report is an annual overview of the state of mental health in England and Wales from the latest available evidence. It brings together publicly available data about mental health, stigma and discrimination alongside the voices of people with first-hand experience of living with a mental health problem.

Key findings from MINDs 2024 Big Mental health survey indicates;

Adults and young people alike feel their well being is getting worse, with adults also reportedly feeling lonelier. 7.8% of adults in the UK felt lonely 'always or often' in 2024.

There is a greater link between money worries and mental ill health- Mental health problems are straining personal finances. At the same time, not having enough money is a risk factor for mental health problems.

Young people are experiencing a number of difficulties with their mental health, but the services in the NHS and educational settings simply can’t cope with the level of need.

(Reading this can be counted towards your 20% off the Job learning if it links to the knowledge, skills, and behaviours in your apprenticeship standard – Approx. 30 mins)

 

Protecting older people in winter

Winter can be especially challenging for older adults, but a little extra care can go a long way.

Cold weather increases the risk of health issues like hypothermia and respiratory illnesses, so it’s vital to keep older loved ones and neighbours safe. Check their homes are warm—aim for at least 18°C in main living areas—and encourage them to dress in layers to stay cozy. Offer support by helping them stock up on groceries, ensuring they have medications, or preparing hot meals. Even a friendly check-in call can brighten their day.

For more detailed guidance on safeguarding older people during colder weather, you can refer to the UK Government's publication.

 (Reading this can be counted towards your 20% off the Job learning if it links to the knowledge, skills, and behaviours in your apprenticeship standard – Approx. 20 mins)

 

The rise in Domestic Abuse- NSPCC report

As we approach 2025, the health and safety landscape in the UK is poised for significant change. Legislation is evolving to address new challenges, including shifts in workplace environments, advances in technology, and a heightened focus on sustainability and mental health. Staying informed is critical for organisations aiming to remain compliant and safeguard their workforce.

 (Watching this can be counted towards your 20% off the Job learning if it links to the knowledge, skills, and behaviours in your apprenticeship standard – Approx. 20 mins)

 

What to do when someone has an epileptic seizure

If you saw somebody having an epileptic seizure, would you know what to do? According to Epilepsy Action, there's a good chance the answer is no. Worse still, many people have misconceptions that may cause more harm than good.

Epilepsy is a common neurological condition affecting more than 600,000 people in the UK. It can develop at any point in your life, and isn't always lifelong - many people whose condition starts before the age of 20 should recover and no longer have seizures.

The causes can vary significantly. Some of the time it can develop in response to a head trauma, or after meningitis, a brain tumour or a stroke. In other cases, the causes are often genetic. More often than not, however, it is impossible to say why someone is prone to epileptic seizures.

(Watching this can be counted towards your 20% off the Job learning if it links to the knowledge, skills, and behaviours in your apprenticeship standard – Approx. 20 mins)


Wider Curriculum

 

How to get the most out of an apprenticeship

To ensure you have the best apprenticeship success rate it’s important to make the most of the opportunity an apprenticeship can offer you.

Apprenticeships provide the chance to learn important skills that can be applied directly to in-demand jobs. That doesn’t mean you’re limited to just learning the operational skills of your selected role – you can also build transferrable soft skills too. Unlike university, apprenticeship programmes enable people to earn whilst they learn, offering an affordable way to develop new skills and build a career for the future.

 (Reading this can be counted towards your 20% off the Job learning if it links to the knowledge, skills, and behaviours in your apprenticeship standard – Approx. 30 mins)

 

Why Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Matters in the Workplace

EDI is an acronym for Equality, Diversity and inclusion and it holds significant relevance within the workplace. It serves to cultivate awareness and catalyse the evolution of attitudes, behaviours, and operational methodologies, thereby fostering the development and perpetuation of a diverse and inclusive organisational culture.

(Watching this can be counted towards your 20% off the Job learning if it links to the knowledge, skills, and behaviours in your apprenticeship standard – Approx. 20 mins)

 

8 Habits to Make 2025 Your Best Year Ever!

As the calendar flips to 2025, there’s an unmistakable sense of optimism in the air - you've seen it / felt it, right?!

It’s like the world gives us permission to hit the reset button and dream a little bigger. I’m embracing this fresh start by doubling down on some new habits, big goals, and exciting projects that I can’t wait to share with you.

 (Watching this can be counted towards your 20% off the Job learning if it links to the knowledge, skills, and behaviours in your apprenticeship standard – Approx. 20 mins)

 

Sustainability


From Headlines to Hope: Celebrating Goal 5 Success Stories

Recent news around gender equality has been pretty disheartening. A new report reveals that 1 in 8 women and girls have experienced sexual violence before the age of 18, and at COP29, just 8 out of the 78 world leaders in attendance were women.

While stats like these highlight the urgency of achieving Goal 5, it’s equally important to recognize where progress is being made. From women reaching the highest offices of power to groundbreaking sporting achievements, here are some positive headlines since 2020 that demonstrate that, despite the obstacles, progress is possible.

 (Reading this can be counted towards your 20% off the Job learning if it links to the knowledge, skills, and behaviours in your apprenticeship standard – Approx. 30 mins)

 

Easy Things You Can Do To Be More Sustainable in 2025

If you resolved to lighten your impact on the environment this year, the good news is that it doesn't have to be time consuming or expensive — and you may find these low-lift shifts are also helpful for your wallet and your mental health. 

(Reading this can be counted towards your 20% off the Job learning if it links to the knowledge, skills, and behaviours in your apprenticeship standard – Approx. 20 mins)

 

An Idiot’s guide to change the world- Climate: Bold Leadership

In this episode former President of Ireland, Mary Robinson teaches us a thing or two about communicating with people who might not share our values, and tells us why the future lies with women in leadership. And over in the USA, Chi Ossé - the youngest member of the New York City Council - is an advocate for the importance of getting people involved in local politics, and says that if you think something needs changing you might be the person to get it done.



(Watching this can be counted towards your 20% off the Job learning if it links to the knowledge, skills, and behaviours in your apprenticeship standard – Approx. 60 mins)

0 comments

Recent Posts

See All

Comments


News

Quest Training
bottom of page