Teachers demand urgent reform of 'toxic' Ofsted inspections
England's teaching unions launch a major campaign to overhaul the 'toxic' Ofsted inspection regime, citing immense pressure on staff and calling for a more supportive, collaborative system.
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Teachers' fury over 'Nando's-style' school food ratings
The Department for Education's new 'simplified' food rating system, likened to a Nando's heat scale, has been slammed by educators and unions as a 'slap in the face' that ignores the real crisis in school funding and meal quality.
UK Universities Face Financial Collapse - Crisis Deepens
Britain's world-class university system faces existential threat from unsustainable funding models, chronic underinvestment, and political short-termism. Urgent reform is needed to prevent irreversible damage.
Union Boss's Stark Warning to Starmer: Don't Betray Workers
Unite leader Sharon Graham delivers a bombshell warning to Keir Starmer, vowing to withhold support and funding if Labour backtracks on key pledges to workers. The future of the party's relationship with unions hangs in the balance.
Rachel Reeves' Union Links: Shadow Chancellor's Ties Exposed
Labour's Rachel Reeves faces scrutiny over her close relationship with Unite union leader Sharon Graham, raising questions about union influence on economic policy ahead of the general election.
Prince William urged Queen to intervene on Scottish independence
Exclusive: The Duke of Cambridge privately urged Queen Elizabeth II to use her influence to protect the Union ahead of a potential second Scottish independence referendum, as constitutional tensions escalate.
California National Park Rangers Form Historic Union
In a landmark move for US public lands, rangers and staff across California's iconic national parks have voted to unionise, demanding action on low wages, staff shortages, and soaring living costs.
London Tube & Bus Drivers Announce Mass Strike Over Pay
Commuters across London face severe disruption as thousands of Tube and bus drivers, represented by the RMT and Unite unions, plan a coordinated 24-hour strike in late July over an ongoing pay dispute with Transport for London.
GCSE Music faces extinction as costs soar to £400 per pupil
Exclusive: Soaring costs of music GCSEs are creating an 'apartheid' in arts education, with state school pupils priced out. The Child Poverty Action Group reveals the stark inequalities forcing schools to cut creative subjects.
Starmer's Bold Education Overhaul Pledge
Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer announces a groundbreaking 'mission' to overhaul England's education system, targeting Tory failures and pledging to break down class barriers with a new government directive.
GCSE Resits Crisis: Beyond Admitting Failure
The Guardian's editorial calls for radical reform of England's broken GCSE resit system, arguing that acknowledging its failure is merely the first step toward meaningful change for thousands of students.
Phillipson Orders Urgent Data Review of DfE
In her first move as Education Secretary, Bridget Phillipson demands immediate assessment of critical issues from school buildings to teacher recruitment, signalling major shake-up.
White working-class pupils 'failed' by system, says Keegan
Gillian Keegan delivers a stark warning as new data shows white working-class children have the lowest attainment rates in England, branding the situation a 'real injustice' that must be urgently addressed.
Tube Strike Threatens Coldplay Wembley Concert Travel
RMT union announces 24-hour London Underground strike on June 22nd, coinciding with Coldplay's sold-out Wembley Stadium concert, causing major travel disruption fears for thousands of fans.
T-Level Troubles: UK's Technical Education Reform Faces Critical Challenges
An in-depth investigation reveals the alarming gaps in the UK's flagship T-Level qualifications. Despite being touted as the gold standard for technical education, students and employers report critical shortcomings in maths, English, and essential skills
Starbucks Baristas in New York & Maine Vote to Unionise
Employees at three more US Starbucks locations have voted to unionise, dealing another significant blow to the coffee giant's anti-union efforts and signalling a growing wave of organised labour.
Scottish Teachers Demand Urgent Pay Talks Amid Dispute
Teaching unions in Scotland call for emergency negotiations with Scottish Government as pay dispute threatens further disruption to schools.
Reform Council Removes Flags Citing Safety Concerns
A Reform UK-controlled council in Boston, Lincolnshire, has sparked outrage by removing the St George's Cross and Union Flag from its buildings, citing 'community safety' concerns. The decision has ignited a fierce debate about national identity and polit
Keir Starmer's Real Motives Behind EU Defence Stance
Exclusive insight into Sir Keir Starmer's strategic decision to champion UK defence cooperation with the EU, balancing Brexit realities with national security demands.
3 in 5 Brits Want More Flags in Public Spaces
A major new poll reveals a surge in British patriotism, with a majority of the public wanting to see the Union Jack and St George's Cross displayed more prominently across the UK.
UK's 'Plastic Patriotism' Problem Exposed in New Report
A scathing new report reveals how performative 'patriotism' is undermining the UK's global standing and real national values. Discover the difference between true British identity and empty symbolism.
University of Michigan severs Florida ties over DEI policies
The University of Michigan has terminated multiple partnerships with Florida state institutions, citing 'deep concerns' over restrictive DEI legislation. This major academic boycott signals growing institutional resistance to policies limiting diversity i
University Apologises for Misusing Funds on Trump Event
George Mason University issues a formal apology after a US Department of Education investigation uncovers the institution improperly used federal funds for an event with then-President Donald Trump.
School Racism Suspensions Double, Involve 4-Year-Olds
Exclusive Department for Education data reveals a dramatic doubling of racist behaviour suspensions in UK schools, with incidents involving pupils as young as four years old. Experts warn of a deepening societal crisis.
Australian Universities' International Student Crisis Exposed
Exclusive investigation reveals how Australia's top universities have become perilously dependent on international student fees, creating a financial 'house of cards' that risks collapse amid changing migration policies and global competition.
Trump Budget Slashes Billions from Public School Funding
Exclusive: The Trump administration's latest budget proposal guts federal education funding, redirecting billions from public schools to private institutions and parent vouchers, sparking a fierce political battle.
The Surprising Truth About Modern British Patriotism
New research reveals a profound shift in British identity, moving from traditional symbols like flag-waving to a deeper commitment to civic values, community, and the NHS. Discover what patriotism means in the UK today.
School uniform costs crisis hits UK families
Exclusive investigation reveals the staggering financial burden of mandatory school uniforms on British families, with branded items costing up to 300% more than supermarket alternatives.
Saving American Universities: A Radical Blueprint
Exclusive investigation reveals the existential threats facing US higher education and the bold, controversial reforms needed to save it from financial collapse and irrelevance.
Australian Universities Slash Hundreds of Jobs and Courses
Major Australian universities are cutting hundreds of academic jobs and dozens of courses amid financial pressures and government funding reforms, sparking protests and concerns about the future of higher education.
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