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The Sun
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- The Sun
I'm a mum blogger & sick trolls reported me to social services for CHILD ABUSE…my man got quizzed on me being a ‘druggy'
A MUMMY blogger has candidly opened up on being reported to social services by sick trolls. Brittany Miller, 29, who is mother to identical twins, Elijah and Emiliano, 11 months, who are soon to be celebrating their first birthday in just days time, explained that an anonymous hater had recently accused her of child abuse. 2 Not only this, but Brittany's partner Ash, who is the father of their twins, was even quizzed on her being an alcoholic and a ' druggy.' Opening up about the horrendous ordeal, the content creator took to social media and shared a raw, emotional clip, leaving many horrified. She acknowledged that someone reported her to social services, not only accusing her of child abuse, but holding her responsible for 'lots of things.' The mum-of-two confirmed that she 'got questioned about everything' and was 'really upset' when she spoke to them on the phone, so much so that she 'kept having to pause' because she was crying so much. She recognised: 'Obviously the phone call ended with no further action - they straight away shut it all down, but the fact I even had to go through that...' The influencer, who recently caused controversy over feeing her babies breakfast that trolls thought could 'get stuck' in their throats, continued: 'People are so desperate for my downfall and bringing me down, but bringing my children into it is ludicrous - why would you want to do that to them, innocent babies? 'Do what you want to me, whatever, but to them, innocent children who are clearly very happy and healthy babies, that's crazy, you're an actual weirdo, you're an actual loser.' Brittany claimed that Ash was 'questioned' and asked if he had any 'concerns' about her being an alcoholic or a 'druggy.' The influencer claimed that as expected, her partner told her he 'spoke highly' of her and 'told them the truth.' I was reported to social services for sharing the reality of being a council house mum on benefits, the police turned up Despite being clearly upset about the situation, Brittany told trolls to 'make all the reports you want' as she confidently claimed haters would 'not get anywhere.' The brunette highlighted that her 'happy, healthy babies' are 'thriving' and are not only 'very well looked after' but are most certainly 'not in any danger.' Bringing my children into it is ludicrous - why would you want to do that to them, innocent babies? Brittany Miller Admitting to being 'taken back' by it all, Brittany continued: 'Never in a million years did I think I'd have to go through something like this - obviously, I'm in the spotlight, I get millions of views every video, I get it, there's nasty people out there, I understand that. 'I just think, how cruel can you actually be? So, so cruel.' What happens when a parent is reported to social services? When someone is reported, information about the parent is passed on to social services through a referral. A social worker will then arrange a visit to the address to see if the information given is true and what they can do to help. Within one working day of a concern being reported, a social worker should make the decision about what sort of investigation is needed. There are two types of investigation that a social worker can choose to implement in this situation, under the Children's Act 1989. A "child in need" assessment under section 17 of the 1989 act will identify the needs of the child and ensure that the family are given the appropriate support in enabling them to safeguard and promote the child's welfare. A section 47 investigation is where there is reasonable cause to suspect that a child is suffering or likely to suffer significant harm. This type of investigation can be undertaken by the police, a social care worker, or both. If a referral is made to social services, they have an obligation to safeguard any children at the heart of any referral and ensure their safety and wellbeing. There is a fear for many parents that their children will be removed, but this isn't necessary unless they believe the child faces an immediate risk of harm. How to contact social services in the UK There are a number of different ways to contact social services in the UK. The best way is to go to your local authority's website to find the correct telephone and email contact number. They may even have a form you can fill in and submit. For child protection concerns you should dial 999 if it's an emergency, or contact the children and family services. An out of hours contact should also be available. The NHS website provides links to family action, and other ways of contacting social services include NSPCC and Childline. There is also help on in which someone can enter their details to apply for a care assessment from social services. Social media users react The TikTok clip, which was posted on Brittany's official page @ brittanyhmiller, has clearly left many gobsmacked, as in three days, it has quickly gone viral and racked up 4.3 million views, 332,500 likes and 2,613 comments. Social media users were 'appalled' that Brittany had been reported to social services and many eagerly rushed to the comments to share messages of love and support. You're doing amazing with your beautiful boys. Don't worry about them, they are jealous TikTok user One person said: 'People are so horrible. Brittany, you're a GREAT mum.' Another added: 'So while social services were concentrating on you, some little one could be saved from real child abuse…..these people have no life of their own and are wasting resources.' A third commented: 'This is actually appalling. People may not like you but to do something that affects two very happy and loved babies is vile. People need to actually get a life.' Meanwhile, someone else chimed in and wrote: 'You're doing amazing with your beautiful boys. Don't worry about them, they are jealous.' Whilst another fan penned: 'Brittany, I am so sorry you went through that. Even false, it's still stressful.'
ITV News
17-07-2025
- Health
- ITV News
Warning issued over shops selling nicotine pouches to children
Just weeks after single-use vapes were banned in an attempt to cut addiction in young people, many shops have swapped to selling colourful and sweet nicotine pouches, Trading Standards has warned. Nicotine pouches, commonly known as snus, have been put front and centre in many of the shops that used to sell a significant number of disposable vapes to young people. Trading Standards found shops displaying the pouches – often in child-friendly sweet flavours and with eye-catching packaging – in plain sight at the front of counters during visits to check they were no longer selling single-use vapes. Snus pouches are similar in shape to tea bags but much smaller and contain nicotine, flavourings, and sweeteners. Users place them under their upper lip, allowing nicotine to be absorbed into the bloodstream through the gum. They are available in flavours similar to those of vapes, including Tropical Mango, Very Berry and Cherry Ice. Trading Standards said the pouches currently 'fall between the gap' of regulation of either a tobacco or a nicotine product, meaning shops can legally sell them to a child of any age. There is increasing concern about the rising popularity of nicotine pouches among school-aged children in the UK as they can easily go undetected by teachers and parents due to their discreet placement on the gum. A YouGov survey commissioned by the charity Action on Smoking and Health (Ash) found a growing awareness of nicotine pouches among under-18s – rising from 38% in 2024 to 43% in 2025. Almost 4% of teenagers also report trying the pouches, according to the poll of 2,746 youngsters aged 11 to 17. The Tobacco and Vapes Bill that is currently making its way through Parliament makes the sale of these nicotine products illegal to anyone under the age of 18. It will also introduce powers to restrict the use of child-appealing flavours, packaging and advertising as well as dictate where they can be placed in shops. The Chartered Trading Standards Institute (CTSI) is calling for the bill to be moved up the Parliamentary timetable to ensure it can be swiftly implemented. CTSI lead officer for tobacco and vapes Kate Pike said: 'We are getting increasing reports from concerned parents and teachers that shops are marketing and selling nicotine pouches to children. 'It is incredibly frustrating that there is nothing we can currently do to prevent them." Ash chief executive Hazel Cheeseman said: 'The government has all the tools needed to address youth appeal and use of nicotine pouches in legislation before parliament. But parliamentary time has not been found to progress this legislation since April.'In the meantime, companies, who know their marketing practices will eventually be restricted, are continuing to heavily promote pouches in ways that appeal to children. 'While they are likely to be very much less harmful than smoking, they contain nicotine which is addictive, and the long-term health impacts are not known.' A Department of Health and Social Care spokesman said: 'Our landmark Tobacco and Vapes Bill will ban the sale of nicotine pouches to under-18s and stop vapes and nicotine products from being deliberately promoted and advertised to children. 'The Bill will place nicotine pouches under the same advertising restrictions as tobacco and provides powers to regulate their nicotine limits, flavours, packaging and how they are displayed.'It will stop the next generation from getting hooked on nicotine and put an end to the cycle of addiction and disadvantage.'
Glasgow Times
17-07-2025
- Health
- Glasgow Times
Shops legally selling addictive nicotine pouches to children
Trading Standards officers said they had found shops displaying the pouches – often in child-friendly sweet flavours and with eye-catching packaging – in plain sight at the front of counters during visits to check they were no longer selling single-use vapes. Nicotine pouches, commonly known as 'snus', are small pouches similar in shape to teabags containing nicotine, flavourings and sweeteners. Users place them under their upper lip, allowing nicotine to be absorbed into the bloodstream through the gum. They are available in flavours similar to those of vapes including Tropical Mango, Very Berry and Cherry Ice. Trading Standards said the pouches currently 'fall between the gap' of regulation of either a tobacco or a nicotine product, meaning shops can legally sell them to a child of any age. There is increasing concern about the rising popularity of nicotine pouches among school-aged children in the UK as they can easily go undetected by teachers and parents due to their discreet placement on the gum. A YouGov survey commissioned by the charity Action on Smoking and Health (Ash) found a growing awareness of nicotine pouches among under-18s – rising from 38% in 2024 to 43% in 2025. Almost 4% of teenagers also report trying the pouches, according to the poll of 2,746 youngsters aged 11 to 17. The Tobacco and Vapes Bill that is currently making its way through Parliament makes the sale of these nicotine products illegal to anyone under the age of 18. It will also introduce powers to restrict the use of child-appealing flavours, packaging and advertising as well as dictate where they can be placed in shops. The Chartered Trading Standards Institute (CTSI) is calling for the bill to be moved up the Parliamentary timetable to ensure it can be swiftly implemented. CTSI lead officer for tobacco and vapes Kate Pike said: 'We are getting increasing reports from concerned parents and teachers that shops are marketing and selling nicotine pouches to children. 'It is incredibly frustrating that there is nothing we can currently do to prevent them. 'We have been asking for an age of sale on nicotine pouches for some time and were delighted when this measure was included in the Tobacco and Vapes Bill. 'We would urge Government to ensure the bill is prioritised in the parliamentary calendar to enable it to be finalised so we can start taking action against those who either deliberately or uncaringly risk children getting hooked on a highly addictive product.' Ash chief executive Hazel Cheeseman said: 'The government has all the tools needed to address youth appeal and use of nicotine pouches in legislation before parliament. But parliamentary time has not been found to progress this legislation since April. 'In the meantime, companies, who know their marketing practices will eventually be restricted, are continuing to heavily promote pouches in ways that appeal to children. 'While they are likely to be very much less harmful than smoking, they contain nicotine which is addictive, and the long-term health impacts are not known.' A Department of Health and Social Care spokesman said: 'Our landmark Tobacco and Vapes Bill will ban the sale of nicotine pouches to under-18s and stop vapes and nicotine products from being deliberately promoted and advertised to children. 'The Bill will place nicotine pouches under the same advertising restrictions as tobacco and provides powers to regulate their nicotine limits, flavours, packaging and how they are displayed. 'It will stop the next generation from getting hooked on nicotine and put an end to the cycle of addiction and disadvantage.'
North Wales Chronicle
17-07-2025
- Health
- North Wales Chronicle
Shops legally selling addictive nicotine pouches to children
Trading Standards officers said they had found shops displaying the pouches – often in child-friendly sweet flavours and with eye-catching packaging – in plain sight at the front of counters during visits to check they were no longer selling single-use vapes. Nicotine pouches, commonly known as 'snus', are small pouches similar in shape to teabags containing nicotine, flavourings and sweeteners. Users place them under their upper lip, allowing nicotine to be absorbed into the bloodstream through the gum. They are available in flavours similar to those of vapes including Tropical Mango, Very Berry and Cherry Ice. Trading Standards said the pouches currently 'fall between the gap' of regulation of either a tobacco or a nicotine product, meaning shops can legally sell them to a child of any age. There is increasing concern about the rising popularity of nicotine pouches among school-aged children in the UK as they can easily go undetected by teachers and parents due to their discreet placement on the gum. A YouGov survey commissioned by the charity Action on Smoking and Health (Ash) found a growing awareness of nicotine pouches among under-18s – rising from 38% in 2024 to 43% in 2025. Almost 4% of teenagers also report trying the pouches, according to the poll of 2,746 youngsters aged 11 to 17. The Tobacco and Vapes Bill that is currently making its way through Parliament makes the sale of these nicotine products illegal to anyone under the age of 18. It will also introduce powers to restrict the use of child-appealing flavours, packaging and advertising as well as dictate where they can be placed in shops. The Chartered Trading Standards Institute (CTSI) is calling for the bill to be moved up the Parliamentary timetable to ensure it can be swiftly implemented. CTSI lead officer for tobacco and vapes Kate Pike said: 'We are getting increasing reports from concerned parents and teachers that shops are marketing and selling nicotine pouches to children. 'It is incredibly frustrating that there is nothing we can currently do to prevent them. 'We have been asking for an age of sale on nicotine pouches for some time and were delighted when this measure was included in the Tobacco and Vapes Bill. 'We would urge Government to ensure the bill is prioritised in the parliamentary calendar to enable it to be finalised so we can start taking action against those who either deliberately or uncaringly risk children getting hooked on a highly addictive product.' Ash chief executive Hazel Cheeseman said: 'The government has all the tools needed to address youth appeal and use of nicotine pouches in legislation before parliament. But parliamentary time has not been found to progress this legislation since April. 'In the meantime, companies, who know their marketing practices will eventually be restricted, are continuing to heavily promote pouches in ways that appeal to children. 'While they are likely to be very much less harmful than smoking, they contain nicotine which is addictive, and the long-term health impacts are not known.' A Department of Health and Social Care spokesman said: 'Our landmark Tobacco and Vapes Bill will ban the sale of nicotine pouches to under-18s and stop vapes and nicotine products from being deliberately promoted and advertised to children. 'The Bill will place nicotine pouches under the same advertising restrictions as tobacco and provides powers to regulate their nicotine limits, flavours, packaging and how they are displayed. 'It will stop the next generation from getting hooked on nicotine and put an end to the cycle of addiction and disadvantage.'
South Wales Guardian
17-07-2025
- Health
- South Wales Guardian
Shops legally selling addictive nicotine pouches to children
Trading Standards officers said they had found shops displaying the pouches – often in child-friendly sweet flavours and with eye-catching packaging – in plain sight at the front of counters during visits to check they were no longer selling single-use vapes. Nicotine pouches, commonly known as 'snus', are small pouches similar in shape to teabags containing nicotine, flavourings and sweeteners. Users place them under their upper lip, allowing nicotine to be absorbed into the bloodstream through the gum. They are available in flavours similar to those of vapes including Tropical Mango, Very Berry and Cherry Ice. Trading Standards said the pouches currently 'fall between the gap' of regulation of either a tobacco or a nicotine product, meaning shops can legally sell them to a child of any age. There is increasing concern about the rising popularity of nicotine pouches among school-aged children in the UK as they can easily go undetected by teachers and parents due to their discreet placement on the gum. A YouGov survey commissioned by the charity Action on Smoking and Health (Ash) found a growing awareness of nicotine pouches among under-18s – rising from 38% in 2024 to 43% in 2025. Almost 4% of teenagers also report trying the pouches, according to the poll of 2,746 youngsters aged 11 to 17. The Tobacco and Vapes Bill that is currently making its way through Parliament makes the sale of these nicotine products illegal to anyone under the age of 18. It will also introduce powers to restrict the use of child-appealing flavours, packaging and advertising as well as dictate where they can be placed in shops. The Chartered Trading Standards Institute (CTSI) is calling for the bill to be moved up the Parliamentary timetable to ensure it can be swiftly implemented. CTSI lead officer for tobacco and vapes Kate Pike said: 'We are getting increasing reports from concerned parents and teachers that shops are marketing and selling nicotine pouches to children. 'It is incredibly frustrating that there is nothing we can currently do to prevent them. 'We have been asking for an age of sale on nicotine pouches for some time and were delighted when this measure was included in the Tobacco and Vapes Bill. 'We would urge Government to ensure the bill is prioritised in the parliamentary calendar to enable it to be finalised so we can start taking action against those who either deliberately or uncaringly risk children getting hooked on a highly addictive product.' Ash chief executive Hazel Cheeseman said: 'The government has all the tools needed to address youth appeal and use of nicotine pouches in legislation before parliament. But parliamentary time has not been found to progress this legislation since April. 'In the meantime, companies, who know their marketing practices will eventually be restricted, are continuing to heavily promote pouches in ways that appeal to children. 'While they are likely to be very much less harmful than smoking, they contain nicotine which is addictive, and the long-term health impacts are not known.' A Department of Health and Social Care spokesman said: 'Our landmark Tobacco and Vapes Bill will ban the sale of nicotine pouches to under-18s and stop vapes and nicotine products from being deliberately promoted and advertised to children. 'The Bill will place nicotine pouches under the same advertising restrictions as tobacco and provides powers to regulate their nicotine limits, flavours, packaging and how they are displayed. 'It will stop the next generation from getting hooked on nicotine and put an end to the cycle of addiction and disadvantage.'
