UK Homeschooling Surges 40% Post-Pandemic
New data reveals homeschooling in the UK has surged by over 40% since the pandemic, as parents cite concerns about bullying, mental health and educational quality.
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Sheffield Wednesday Administration Crisis: Regulator Urged
Exclusive: Labour's Lisa Nandy warns of 'broken promises' as historic Sheffield Wednesday faces financial collapse, demanding immediate government intervention through new football regulator powers.
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.
Family seeks £180k 'English gentleman' tutor for boy
A wealthy family is offering an unprecedented £180,000 salary for a full-time tutor to transform their 11-year-old son into a 'modern-day English gentleman' through intensive classical education.
College Reforms: A Mixed Bag for Further Education
The government's latest post-16 education reforms offer some promise but fall dangerously short on funding and long-term strategy for England's struggling further education colleges.
Energy supplier collapse threatens thousands of customers
Another UK energy supplier faces imminent collapse, threatening to leave thousands of households in limbo amid the ongoing cost of living crisis. Here's what customers need to know.
University of Arizona rejects Trump education compact
The University of Arizona has rejected former President Donald Trump's 'American Dream' compact, joining a growing rebellion against what critics call politically motivated interference in higher education.
A-Levels Face Replacement by New 'V-Levels' System
The UK government is considering a major overhaul of post-16 education that could see A-Levels replaced by a new broader qualification system called 'V-Levels', marking the biggest change to England's education system in decades.
Major GCSE Shake-Up: 'Mickey Mouse' Courses Axed
The UK government announces radical reforms to post-16 education, phasing out low-value qualifications and creating new 'Advanced British Standard' combining A-Levels and T-Levels.
Nandy challenges PM in Downing Street football clash
Shadow Culture Secretary Lisa Nandy delivers powerful rebuke to Prime Minister after heated exchange about football's proposed independent regulator outside No. 10.
CrossCountry trains warned over cancellation chaos
Rail regulator takes action against CrossCountry after months of disrupted services and passenger complaints, demanding immediate improvement plan.
Starmer banned from Aston Villa over football regulator plans
Sir Keir Starmer faces backlash after being banned from Aston Villa director's box over his government's football regulator plans. The Labour leader, a lifelong Villa fan, finds himself at the centre of a political sporting clash.
Royal Mail fined £5.6m for missing delivery targets
Royal Mail faces massive £5.6 million penalty after regulator Ofcom finds the postal service missed first and second class delivery targets for 2022-23, affecting millions of customers across the UK.
Mass layoffs hit special education department
Exclusive: The Department for Education has announced sweeping cuts to special educational needs support, eliminating 1,100 positions and raising serious concerns about the future of SEND provision across England.
Bridget Phillipson Appointed Education Secretary
Labour MP Bridget Phillipson takes charge of education department as new government begins sweeping reforms. Discover what this means for UK schools and universities.
Vanessa Stoykov rejects private school for son
Wealth education expert Vanessa Stoykov explains her surprising decision to withdraw her son from private education, challenging conventional wisdom about privilege and parenting.
SNP Education Secretary faces fire over misleading school stats
Scottish Education Secretary Jenny Gilruth faces mounting pressure after admitting to providing inaccurate statistics about school closures in Aberdeen, sparking opposition calls for greater transparency in government data.
Why UK vocational training needs more than money
New research reveals that simply pouring money into vocational education won't solve Britain's skills crisis. Discover why deeper systemic reforms are crucial for creating the workforce of tomorrow.
David Kogan set to become football's first independent regulator
Former Treasury and DCMS official David Kogan emerges as frontrunner to head groundbreaking football regulator, bringing decades of Whitehall experience to transform the beautiful game's governance.
Northern Ireland pupils forced to school in Republic
Dozens of Northern Ireland pupils face unprecedented daily international commutes as Derry primary schools reach capacity, highlighting critical education infrastructure failures.
Thames Water faces High Court over £18bn debt crisis
Britain's largest water company Thames Water is locked in a legal battle with regulator Ofwat as it struggles with £18 billion debt and potential collapse, threatening London's water supply.
Teacher exodus: 40% plan to quit within five years
Exclusive polling reveals nearly half of UK teachers plan to leave within five years amid workload pressures and government dissatisfaction, raising alarm bells for education sector.
Douglas Ross demands Education Secretary resignation over school crisis
Scottish Conservative leader Douglas Ross calls for Education Secretary Jenny Gilruth's resignation amid mounting failures in Scotland's education system, citing declining standards and broken promises.
Starmer's 50% university target echoes Blair education vision
Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer announces ambitious plan to send half of young people to university, reviving Tony Blair's education legacy while addressing Britain's skills gap.
20 Sunscreens Fail SPF Tests in Regulatory Crackdown
Australia's drug regulator discovers widespread sunscreen failures with 20 products falling short of SPF claims, potentially linked to common base formulation issues.
Ofgem confirms energy price cap drop, cutting bills for millions
Britain's energy regulator Ofgem has confirmed a significant reduction in the price cap, promising lower gas and electricity bills for most households across England, Scotland, and Wales from April.
Optus Fallout: Emergency Call Watchdog Still Not Staffed
Exclusive investigation reveals the Australian government's promised failsafe for emergency calls, the 'Triple Zero Custodian', remains unstaffed and inoperative, leaving millions vulnerable over a year after the catastrophic Optus network blackout.
FCC Commissioner Carr slams Jimmy Kimmel over 5G segment
A top US telecoms regulator has launched a scathing attack on comedian Jimmy Kimmel, accusing his show of promoting 'debunked' 5G conspiracy theories and fuelling public fear over critical infrastructure.
Guardian 2025 Education University Rankings Revealed
The Guardian's definitive 2025 league table ranks UK universities for Education degrees. Discover which institutions excelled in teaching, student satisfaction, and graduate prospects.
UK Contactless Payment Limit Doubles to £200
The UK's financial regulator, the FCA, has officially confirmed a huge increase to the contactless payment limit, raising it from £100 to £200. This landmark decision promises to revolutionise how Britons pay for their shopping, offering greater speed and
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