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Ed Sheeran backs Starmer's school music revolution

Global superstar Ed Sheeran joins forces with Labour leader Keir Starmer to champion music education reforms in British schools, calling for curriculum changes to nurture future talent.

Labour's Curriculum Revolution Sparks Outrage

The Labour Party's proposed curriculum reforms are sparking intense debate as critics warn of a 'wrecking ball' approach to traditional education standards and British cultural heritage.

Francis Review: Rethinking Education for Uncertain Times

The landmark Francis curriculum review challenges traditional teaching methods and calls for an education system that prepares students for complexity, critical thinking, and rapid technological change in post-Brexit Britain.

UK Schools Facing Democracy Deficit Crisis

New research reveals a worrying democracy deficit in UK schools, with students lacking meaningful political education. Discover why experts are calling for urgent reform to safeguard our democratic future.

Labour's curriculum decolonisation plans spark backlash

Education campaigners clash with Labour over controversial proposals to overhaul the national curriculum, warning against 'hacking away' at classic English literature and history in favour of decolonisation initiatives.

Martin Lewis: GCSE money skills 'grossly inadequate'

Money Saving Expert founder Martin Lewis accuses the Department for Education of ignoring expert advice on compulsory financial education in new GCSE reforms, calling the current provision 'woeful'.

Labour's GCSE overhaul sparks 'dumbing down' row

The Labour Party faces fierce criticism over plans to scrap rigorous GCSE reforms, with opponents warning of 'educational vandalism' and a return to 'Mickey Mouse' qualifications that could undermine academic standards across Britain.

Syrian refugees flee Denmark over gender education fears

A Syrian refugee family makes the shocking decision to return to their war-torn homeland rather than risk their children being exposed to gender transition education in Danish schools, sparking intense debate about immigration and educational values.

Conservative Networks Reshaping UK University Ideology

An investigation reveals how well-funded conservative centres are systematically transforming academic discourse and curriculum development within UK universities, raising concerns about academic freedom and institutional independence.

Roman ruler mix-up stuns Queensland exam students

Australian high school students were left bewildered when a Queensland history exam featured an obscure Roman military commander instead of the expected Julius Caesar, raising questions about curriculum standards.

Victoria Labor needs One Nation for assisted dying bill

In a dramatic political twist, Victoria's Labor government has been forced to rely on One Nation and crossbench MPs to pass controversial voluntary assisted dying legislation after a major factional split within its own party.

Brisbane students protest 'impossible' history exam

Year 12 students in Queensland are demanding a marking review after confronting what they describe as an unfairly difficult Ancient History exam that failed to reflect their curriculum studies.

Queensland schools taught wrong Caesar topic

A significant curriculum error has been uncovered in Queensland high schools, where students studied the wrong Roman leader for months due to a major administrative oversight.

Greencore Faces CMA Probe Over £15m Merger Deal

The Competition and Markets Authority launches investigation into Greencore's acquisition of bakery firm, raising concerns about reduced competition in UK food manufacturing sector.

Labour unveils ambitious education reform plans

Shadow Education Secretary Bridget Phillipson announces sweeping reforms to transform England's education system, focusing on curriculum overhaul, teacher recruitment, and early years investment.

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