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Alpa Patel
Verified
Presenter and Reporter, BBC
Norwich
Beats
seasonal gift guides.Reviews, pregnancy baby care,Parenting articles and buyers' guides on all of the above., home care
gambling,firearms, smoking, vapes, politics
Content
By Alpa Patel Verified| BBC News Verified 'Working from home has helped me be a better mum'BBCMartha, pictured with two of her three children, says her life has been transformed after she changed her job to work from homeThe culture of working from home, which was accelerated during the pandemic, is coming under pressure over its impact on the economy. One argument in favour of home working is that it benefits parents, but how does it impact children? "I wasn't the best mum that I could be.
By Liz Jackson Verified, Alpa Patel Verified, Lauren Stanley| BBC Verified The "prayer ban" by a school facing a court challenge made being Muslim "seem toxic" and "evil", former pupils claim. Michaela School in Brent, north London, introduced a policy in March 2023 stopping "prayer rituals". The school, led by former government social mobility tsar Katharine Birbalsingh, is being challenged in the High Court over the policy. It did not respond for comment but Ms Birbalsingh previously said the school was a "happy and respectful" place.
By Alpa Patel Verified| BBC News Verified 'Working from home has helped me be a better mum'BBCMartha, pictured with two of her three children, says her life has been transformed after she changed her job to work from homeThe culture of working from home, which was accelerated during the pandemic, is coming under pressure over its impact on the economy. One argument in favour of home working is that it benefits parents, but how does it impact children? "I wasn't the best mum that I could be.
Company Info
BBC
BBC News is the news division of the British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC), established in 1922. It is the largest broadcast news organization in the world, employing around 5,500 journalists and 7,000 staff globally. The organization produces over 120 hours of content daily across radio, television, and digital platforms, with its headquarters located in London and 50 international bureaus staffed by more than 250 foreign correspondents. BBC News provides comprehensive news coverage through its TV channel, regional programs, and specialized services. It delivers news via BBC Radio 4, BBC World Service, and local stations, while its digital platforms offer live updates and multimedia content. The division produces flagship news programs, in-depth documentaries, and podcasts, catering to both UK residents and international audiences. Funded primarily by the UK television license fee, BBC News focuses on delivering impartial news without subscription fees for its core services.
London, England, United Kingdom
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Founded: 1922