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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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.
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.
WASPI women launch legal battle against DWP
Millions of women born in the 1950s secure major breakthrough as WASPI campaign forces DWP to court over state pension age changes in landmark legal challenge.
Top 30 State Secondary Schools Revealed for 2024
New government league tables expose the outstanding state secondary schools achieving exceptional GCSE and A-Level results across England - discover if your local school made the cut.
State Pension Set for Major 2024 Increase
Millions of pensioners could see their state pension payments increase significantly next year as the government confirms the triple lock mechanism will remain in place, potentially delivering the second-largest rise in history.
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.
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.
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.
America's Coffee Cravings: State Preferences Revealed
From caramel macchiatos to classic black brews, discover the coffee preferences that define American states in this fascinating nationwide study of caffeine culture.
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.
School Trip Exposes Britain's Educational Divide
A Guardian columnist's eye-opening account of how a simple school field trip reveals the stark reality of educational inequality in modern Britain, where parents' financial contributions increasingly determine children's opportunities.
PlayStation State of Play: Start Time & Game Reveals
Everything you need to know about Sony's upcoming State of Play broadcast, including exact UK start time, what major PlayStation games to expect, and how to watch live.
State education drive parents to private tutors
Exclusive investigation reveals how competitive state education is driving a tutoring boom, with parents spending thousands to secure places at top comprehensive schools.
France considers unilateral recognition of Palestinian state
President Emmanuel Macron declares France is prepared to unilaterally recognise Palestinian statehood, breaking from EU consensus and increasing pressure on Israel.
UK Formally Recognises Palestinian State
In a historic move, the UK has announced official recognition of Palestine as a state. The decision, announced by Foreign Secretary David Cameron, aims to accelerate peace efforts and a two-state solution with Israel.
Nations recognise Palestine, sparking Israeli fury
A significant diplomatic shift is underway as multiple European and Latin American countries formally recognise Palestinian statehood, triggering fierce condemnation from Israeli officials who label the moves a 'reward for terrorism'.
Ohio State's Jordan Hall arrested on assault charge
Ohio State Buckeyes defensive lineman Jordan Hall finds himself in legal trouble after being arrested on assault charges, casting a shadow over the college football programme.
UK mulls 'performative' recognition of Palestinian state
Shadow Home Secretary Yvette Cooper signals a potential Labour government shift, suggesting the UK could symbolically recognise a Palestinian state to pressure Israel on West Bank settlements and restart peace talks.
Starmer: UK could recognise Palestinian state pre-deal
Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer declares UK could formally recognise a Palestinian state before a final peace deal with Israel, marking a significant shift in British foreign policy and sparking intense debate.
Starmer backs Palestinian state as part of peace process
Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer makes significant foreign policy declaration, supporting Palestinian statehood as part of a renewed Middle East peace process, marking a shift in UK political stance.
Australia Recognises Palestinian State with UK & Canada
In a major diplomatic shift, Australia formally recognises Palestinian statehood, aligning with key Commonwealth allies and marking a significant moment for Middle East policy.
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