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Leader Live
15-07-2025
- Leader Live
NSPCC comment on Ethan Ives-Griffiths murder trial verdict
Michael Ives, 47 and Kerry Ives, 46, both of Kingsley Road, Garden City, Deeside, have today (July 15) been convicted of murdering two-year-old Ethan Ives-Griffiths. Ethan's mother, Shannon Ives, 28, of Nant Garmon, Mold was convicted of causing or allowing his death. All three were all found guilty of cruelty to a child. A trial has taken place over six weeks at Mold Crown Court following the toddler's death in August 2021. Shannon Ives, Michael Ives and Kerry Ives (Image: North Wales Police) The jury deliberated for almost seven hours before returning a unanimous verdict. Following the guilty verdict returned by the jury, North Wales Police and Ethan's father spoke outside of court. Now, the children's charity has said "no stone must be left unturned" in establishing whether more could've been done to save Ethan. Carl Harris, Assistant Director at NSPCC Cymru, said: 'As grandparents to Ethan, Michael and Kerry Ives should have been there to love and protect him. "Instead, they subjected the little boy to an appalling campaign of neglect and abuse leading up to the brutal final attack which killed him. RELATED READING: 'While this was happening, Shannon Ives did not shield her son from her parents and take him out of harm's way. She also treated him cruelly herself. 'The Child Practice Review must leave no stone unturned in establishing whether more could have been done by professionals to protect Ethan, and any recommendations must be fully taken onboard to help safeguard children in the future.' 'We can all look out for children's welfare, and anyone concerned about a child can call the NSPCC free helpline on 0808 800 5000, or email help@ If a child is in immediate danger, please call 999.'
South Wales Argus
14-06-2025
- Business
- South Wales Argus
Hywel Peterson awarded MBE for work with NSPCC Cymru
Hywel Peterson received the honour from the Prince of Wales at a ceremony in Windsor Castle to recognise his efforts for NSPCC, one of Newsquest's key charity partners last year. Mr Peterson has been chairman of the Welsh fundraising board since its inception in 2023 and was previously a member of the NSPCC Wales Appeal Board from 2016 to 2019. He said: "It was a wonderful honour to receive my MBE from the Prince of Wales at Windsor Castle and to share the moment with my parents, who have always supported and encouraged me in everything I have done. 'The Prince of Wales asked about my charity work and showed a genuine interest in the NSPCC in Wales and the different ways we raise money for vulnerable children, especially given the difficult economic climate. 'There has never been a more important time to ensure we do all we can for this vital cause.' Under Mr Peterson's leadership, NSPCC Cymru's fundraising board raised more than £1 million for the charity's services in its first year. The funds were used to help essential services like the 'Speak Out Stay Safe' safeguarding programme and Childline. Assistant director at NSPCC Cymru, Carl Harris, paid tribute to Mr Peterson. He said: "Hywel's commitment to NSPCC Cymru and our mission is exceptional and, on behalf of our charity and the children in Wales who we help every day, I would like to thank him for his continuing hard work and congratulate him on this deserved honour. "Hywel's leadership of the NSPCC Cymru Fundraising Board, which raised £1m in its first year, is making an enormous contribution to our fight for every childhood."
South Wales Argus
05-06-2025
- Business
- South Wales Argus
Veezu, which runs in Newport, partners with NSPCC Cymru
Veezu, which runs in Newport, will be donating a portion of revenue from every app-based booking in Wales throughout June to NSPCC Cymru. The campaign aims to raise £10,000 for Childline, the charity's confidential helpline for young people. This is in addition to the £26,153 raised since 2023. Sally Krouma, marketing manager at Veezu, said: "At Veezu, we're passionate about making a positive impact in the communities we serve. "By donating a proportion of app booking revenue, we hope to help Childline be there for every child who needs someone to listen." Hywel Peterson, chairman of NSPCC Cymru's fundraising board, added: "We are incredibly grateful to Veezu for standing with us this Childhood Day. "Partnerships like this are essential in helping us keep children safe and give them hope for a brighter future."
Business News Wales
05-06-2025
- Business
- Business News Wales
Veezu Partners with NSPCC Cymru to Support Childhood Day 2025
Private hire technology company Veezu has announced its renewed partnership with NSPCC Cymru in support of Childhood Day 2025, the charity's national day of fundraising and awareness. Building on £26,153 already raised for NSPCC Cymru since 2023, Veezu will donate a portion of revenue from every app-based booking in Wales throughout the month of June. The campaign aims to raise a further £10,000 to support Childline, the NSPCC's confidential helpline for children and young people. With more than 1,500 Veezu driver-partners operating across Wales, the initiative is designed to deliver meaningful local impact and help ensure that vital support remains accessible to children when they need it most. Childhood Day, observed each June, raises awareness of the daily challenges facing children and the importance of creating safe, supportive environments where they can thrive. On average, a child contacts Childline every 45 seconds, often in moments of distress or isolation. Many reach out seeking help with issues such as abuse, neglect, bullying or mental health concerns. Every donation helps ensure a trained counsellor is there to listen, offer reassurance, and provide support at critical moments. This partnership forms part of 'Funded by Veezu', the company's ongoing initiative to support local charities, grassroots sports teams and community projects across the UK. It reflects Veezu's broader commitment to investing in the well-being of the communities where driver-partners and passengers live and work. Sally Krouma, Marketing Manager at Veezu, said: 'At Veezu, we're passionate about making a positive impact in the communities we serve. Partnering with NSPCC Cymru for Childhood Day allows us to support a cause that directly aligns with our values. By donating a proportion of app booking revenue, we hope to help Childline be there for every child who needs someone to listen.' Hywel Peterson, Chairman of NSPCC Cymru's Fundraising Board, added: 'We are incredibly grateful to Veezu for standing with us this Childhood Day. Every donation helps ensure our counsellors can be there for children and young people whenever they need support. Partnerships like this are essential in helping us keep children safe and give them hope for a brighter future.'
South Wales Argus
30-05-2025
- Health
- South Wales Argus
NSPCC Cymru Childline highlights night shift volunteers
In these quiet, dark hours, support is available thanks to the dedication of Childline volunteers like Naomi Lea and Isha Daboh, who give their time to help children and teenagers in need of someone to talk to. Childline, a free and confidential service for young people up to the age of 19, is staffed around the clock by trained counsellors, including volunteers who work through the night. Naomi Lea, who has volunteered at Childline since 2018, said: "Being able to be there for children and young people that need Childline at any time of day always feels like an immense privilege. "But it feels even more important at night, knowing this is when young people are feeling completely alone with nobody else to turn to or that this may be the first opportunity they have to reach out without anybody else knowing." Ms Lea has volunteered at the Cardiff and Prestatyn Childline bases and is part of the 'Twilight shift,' which runs from 11pm to 2.30am following a team briefing at 10.45pm. Isha Daboh, another Cardiff-based volunteer, said: "Since starting the Twilight shifts, it has been such a different yet rewarding experience of Childline. "I've had a lot more flexibility shift-wise given the late time, meaning it doesn't particularly interfere with my normal day and it continues to open up more time for me to dedicate to volunteering." Joanne Shipp, a Twilight Childline practitioner for NSPCC Cymru, said: "Twilight shifts can be varied with a lot of contacts, yet it is a rewarding time of day to support young people late at night when they need us the most and this is when we also need volunteers the most as well. "Our thanks go to Isha and Naomi for being champions and joining us on Twilight shifts, as well as all our volunteers who give up their time to help us to support children when they may have nowhere else to turn." NSPCC Cymru is currently recruiting Childline volunteers in Cardiff, Prestatyn, and across Wales through Childline's virtual base. To find out more about volunteering, visit the NSPCC website.
