The number of underage girls falling pregnant has continued to rise, according to new figures. Despite Labour's continued attempts to end Britain's embarrassing record of teenage pregnancies (the highest number in western Europe), girls as young as 10-years-old are reportedly among those dealing with the onset of motherhood.

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In fact, since 2002 there have been 63,487 pregnancies among the under-15s in England and Wales – and that amounts to a shocking 23 conceptions each day. During that time, 15 girls became pregnant at 10, while a further 39 were expecting by the age of 11.

The shocking figures suggest that the Government's £300 million Teenage Pregnancy Strategy, which aimed to halve the pregnancy rate among under-18s, has failed miserably. Norman Wells, of the Family Education Trust, blamed manufacturers and retailers for encouraging young girls to dress and act in a "sexually precocious" way. But he also had some harsh words with regards to sex education.

Speaking to the Daily Mail, Mr Wells said: "There are far too many schools telling children that they are entitled to become sexually active when it is 'right for them' and teaching them that they are being very responsible if they use contraception – regardless of their age. As a result of this grossly irresponsible approach, some children are becoming sexually active at an early age when they would not otherwise have done so."

And the figures could be grossly underestimated since children who have had miscarriages or illegal abortions slip under the radar.

But is it, as Norman Wells claims, down to our "highly sexualised society", or has sex education merely served to encourage sexual activity among Britain's youngsters?

Are you fed up with being single on Valentine's Day? It's the time of year when the whole country seems to be talking about relationships. If you are not in one then why not begin your search for that missing romance.

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If you are tired of being footloose and fancy free it's time to take action. First off, start thinking about the type of person you would like to date. It's the first step to finding that significant other. If you don't know the type of person you want to be with, how can you find them?

You also need to be clear what type of relationship you want: casual, serious, marriage. Once you have made up your mind it's time to go and look for Mr or Mrs Right. Having your own interests is vital. Going to classes, joining groups and generally following your own path will make you more interesting and attractive to others

Cast your net wide by telling friends and family that you are looking for a soul mate. There may be a potential partner right under your nose. Don't worry if you have a hectic lifestyle. Thousands of us work long hours, commute to work and arrive home with little time for socialising. The Internet can help you. There are lots of online dating agencies to suit every taste and thousands of Brits have found happiness via an internet dating site. Signing up is fairly simple and you don't always have to pay. There are free sites you can join, so why not log on today?

The web isn't the only way to get started. You could have a go at speed dating or try a singles night. Going to evening classes is a good way of meeting new people. Why not check the notice board at your local college and sign up for a course. You may not find the person of your dreams at first but don't be put off. Most people remain single because they are afraid of the dating processes. You have to decide you really want to meet someone and go for it.

From World War II to the modern-day ferry traveller, the sight of the White Cliffs of Dover has been a symbol of Britain's indomitable spirit. But now the proud history of Britain's busiest ferry port could be sold off and the gleaming, white British border may soon be owned by our one-time arch enemy - the French.

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The shock news comes as the Government attempts to cope with a massive £830 billion national debt. Government advisers have recommended that the Port of Dover be put up for sale to French authorities as one of a string of public assets marked for privatisation. Though the port made a profit of £15.1 million in 2008, the harbour board applied for voluntary privatisation last month and the leading bidder is Nord-pas-de-Calais. The Port of Dover is the largest British port still in the public sector, but it is currently seeking £400 million to expand its facilities.

Chief executive Bob Goldfield told the Daily Mail: "The time is right for the voluntary privatisation of Dover. We want to invest around £400 million on a second terminal, but are unable to because of public sector borrowing constraints. We want to throw off the shackles."

But the proposals have already come under fire. Prospective Tory MP for the town Charles Elphicke, said: "It's clear Gordon Brown has no sense of history of our nation or the pride of our town. How dare he consider selling it all off to the French? Dover is the English border. The people of Dover have a clear message for him – hands off our port, hands off the English border."

And even Dover's Labour MP, Gwyn Prosser, was concerned about the suggestion, since the port's workforce has already shrunk by 60 per cent over the past eight years, and said: "This is a strategic asset and we must be careful about the import of foreign capital."

Would you welcome the sale of one of Britain's most famous landmarks if it helps to battle the national debt?

Is it time you joined the latest social networking phenomenon that's attracting millions of followers around the globe?

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More than 55 million logged on to Twitter at the end of last year, made popular by celebs like Jonathan Ross, Demi Moore and Stephen Fry who attract hundreds of thousands of followers. More and more media announcements hit the headlines via Twitter. So how does it work and how do you get involved?

It's free and very easy to set up a Twitter account. You will have to create a profile, upload a photograph (if you want to), provide an email address and then you can start.

Updates are known as tweets. Once in you can search for your friends or even look up your favourite celeb.

With just 140 characters allowed updates are brief and just enough to let people know what you are up to. One update is sent out to all your followers via instant message, email and text. Twitter asks you one question, 'what are you doing?' You can upload pictures along with your Tweets and send updates by going to their site online or via your mobile.

More and more companies, news organisations and even governments are using the site to get their message out to the world. Go to Twitter homepage and sign up.

And don't forget to follow HotSearch on http://twitter.com/Hotsearchuk

It used to be the odd leaflet at your local health food shop or maybe an ad in the paper. Now the chances are your doctor's surgery will have information on complementary treatments and practitioners. Alternative therapies have never been so popular but how do you know the treatment you receive is from a genuine practitioner? It may be best to do some checks before committing yourself.

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Complementary or alternative?
Alternative medicine is an umbrella term for a range of treatments and therapies that exist outside generally accepted medical treatments. Complementary medicine uses additional and alternative therapies alongside conventional medicine. Examples of treatment used in conjunction with conventional medicine would be acupuncture, hypnotherapy, osteopathy and yoga.

So what should you do if you are considering an alternative treatment? You should speak with your GP. Many doctors are now open to prescribing alternative or complementary treatments. Of course, it will be down to a clinical judgement and you may find there is a funding issue that blocks your path.
Alternative therapy attracts plenty of criticism but the truth is the demand is growing and more treatments are being incorporated into the mainstream. Most therapies will have a professional body so you can research the therapy you have chosen and find out if you are dealing with a registered practitioner.

The NHS has an online library with a comprehensive list of professional organisations. There is also the Complimentary and Natural Healthcare Council, (CNHC) who have an online database of registered therapists. The nhsdirectory site can also help you get in touch with one of its own qualified practitioners. Always consult your GP before starting any treatment.

Have you had success with alternative or complementary medicines? Leave a comment and share your experiences.