CRANE 2025 Annual Report: Summary for the cleft community
The Cleft Registry and Audit NEtwork (CRANE) is a national database that collects information about children born with cleft lip and/or palate across the UK.
News and Stories
Read news, stories and updates from CLAPA and the UK's cleft community.
A Father’s Day story – dad Jack raises funds for CLAPA with race car livery
CLAPA’s logo has been speeding around Silverstone and Brands Hatch, viewed by thousands of spectators – thanks to race enthusiast and dad Jack, whose son Luke was born with a cleft.
Lacie-Jo’s Story
Lacie-Jo’s journey: A story of strength, love, and resilience, written by her mum, Rebecca.
“My cleft palate has shaped me into who I am today – and I wouldn’t change it!”
CLAPA volunteer and former CYPC member Izzy has turned her experiences of being born with a cleft palate into a passion for working in the medical industry.
Connor talks dancing, cleft, and Strictly
Connor founded Adore Dance London in 2021. He spoke to CLAPA about dancing, cleft, and Strictly Come Dancing.
Happy Grandparents’ Day
In celebration of all our wonderful CLAPA grandparents we spoke to Audrey and Dave about their cleft journey with granddaughter Rebecca.