Ex-DfE boss reveals government pressure on Ofsted
Exclusive: Jonathan Slater reveals how ministers pushed for favourable school ratings amid pandemic chaos in shocking Whitehall revelations.
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Labour to scrap Ofsted and tax private schools
Shadow Education Secretary Bridget Phillipson announces radical education reforms including Ofsted replacement and VAT on private schools to fund state education boost.
Former CQC chief to lead Leeds Hospitals transformation
Exclusive: Sir Mike Richards, former Care Quality Commission chief inspector, takes helm at Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust amid sweeping government reforms and £1bn investment pledge.
Labour to scrap Ofsted single-word ratings in education overhaul
Shadow Education Secretary Bridget Phillipson announces radical plan to replace controversial Ofsted ratings with detailed report cards, addressing teacher workload and school improvement concerns.
Melbourne ramen restaurant hygiene failure: mouse droppings found
A popular Melbourne ramen restaurant has been hit with urgent improvement notices after health inspectors discovered alarming hygiene breaches including mouse droppings, food storage violations and poor cleanliness standards.
University of Cincinnati balcony collapse injures students
Emergency crews respond to terrifying balcony collapse at University of Cincinnati as multiple students fall 20 feet from third-floor apartment. Investigation focuses on structural integrity and safety compliance.
Zero hygiene rating shocks fish and chip shop customers
A much-loved fish and chip shop in Westminster has received the worst possible food hygiene rating, leaving loyal customers stunned and concerned about food safety standards.
Used Car Buying: 5 Checks That Save Thousands
Motor trade insider reveals the shocking secrets of used car sellers and the essential inspections every buyer must perform before handing over any money.
Ofsted chief under fire over home education abuse claims
Sir Martyn Oliver faces backlash from home-educating families and MPs after suggesting home schooling could conceal child abuse, prompting calls for more sensitive language from the schools watchdog.
Armed police raid Sydney home during property inspection
A Sydney family's routine rental inspection turned into a terrifying ordeal when police stormed their property, arresting a man in a dramatic armed raid that has left the community in shock.
Kim Jong Un's banquet diplomacy precedes missile inspection
North Korean leader Kim Jong Un hosts opulent anniversary dinner for international officials before personally inspecting formidable intercontinental ballistic missile capable of striking US mainland.
Manchester faith schools investigated over admissions practices
Exclusive investigation reveals how Manchester's religious schools are being targeted by government inspectors over admissions practices, raising concerns about religious freedom in education.
Tenant exposes dangerous rental property conditions
A UK tenant's viral video exposes dangerous rental property conditions including mould, structural damage and electrical hazards, sparking outrage over housing standards.
Girl, 4, drowns in nursery swimming lesson with no lifeguard
A four-year-old girl has tragically drowned during a swimming lesson at a private nursery where no qualified lifeguard was present, raising serious questions about childcare safety protocols.
Sydney rail goes high-tech to fight overhead hazards
Sydney's rail network is deploying cutting-edge drone technology and AI to detect dangerous overhead obstructions, from bird nests to beehives, replacing outdated manual inspections and preventing widespread delays.
Bizarre No-Photo Rental Rule Stuns Sydney House Hunters
A Sydney rental property has sparked outrage with its unusual prohibition on taking photographs inside the home during inspections, leaving potential tenants baffled and frustrated.
Hotel worker reveals secret to spotting clean rooms
An experienced hotel housekeeper shares their surprising method for identifying properly cleaned rooms that takes just seconds and could save your next holiday.
Secret filming exposes abuse at dementia care home
Secret filming reveals systematic neglect and mistreatment of dementia patients at a Somerset care facility, prompting urgent regulatory action and family outrage.
Labour to abolish Ofsted in major schools overhaul
Shadow Education Secretary Bridget Phillipson announces radical Labour plan to abolish Ofsted, replace it with a new inspectorate, and tackle the teacher recruitment crisis with a major retention strategy.
Probe into GP deaths linked to healthcare inspections
A major investigation is underway after two GPs took their own lives following inspections by the same healthcare watchdog. The case raises urgent questions about the pressure on family doctors and the methods of the Care Quality Commission.
Ofsted 'Raid' on Private School Sparks Formal Complaint
Exclusive: The private Alfred Sutton Primary School in Reading faces backlash after an unannounced Ofsted inspection described as a 'raid'. Parents and staff condemn the 'aggressive' approach, citing severe stress and a flawed process.
Labour to scrap Ofsted and tax private schools in education shake-up
New Education Secretary Bridget Phillipson unveils radical plan to abolish Ofsted, replace it with a new body, and remove private schools' tax breaks to invest billions in state schools.
Celebrity chef's restaurant fined for mouldy cheese scandal
Exclusive: Celebrity chef Hugh Fearnley-Whittingstall's Plymouth restaurant fined for serving mouldy cheese. Health inspectors discovered serious food hygiene violations during surprise visit.
Gail's Bakery Westminster gets one-star hygiene rating
Exclusive: The upmarket Gail's Bakery chain faces a hygiene crisis as its newest Westminster branch is branded 'unhygienic' and handed a damning one-out-of-five food safety rating by inspectors, prompting a major internal investigation.
Only 2% Think UK Government Has a Good Plan for Children
A damning new poll reveals the British public's overwhelming belief that the government is failing children. As the cost-of-living crisis bites, experts warn of a 'damaging legacy' for the next generation.
Sydney Agent Reveals Shocking Open House Tricks
A leading Sydney buyers' agent reveals the cunning strategies and psychological games potential purchasers employ during open house inspections to gain an edge in the competitive property market.
Ofsted's 'Gargantuan' New School Inspection Plan Sparks Fury
Education leaders slam Ofsted's proposed 1,800-point inspection system as 'unworkable' and 'destructive', warning it will bury schools in bureaucracy and achieve little for pupils.
Ofsted guidance links autistic pupils to extremism
A major row has erupted after Ofsted-backed training material suggested teachers look for 'fixations' in autistic pupils as a potential sign of terrorism. Charities and MPs condemn the guidance as 'dangerous' and 'discriminatory'.
Police Watchdog Demands New Powers from Home Secretary
HMICFRS, the police inspectorate, issues a stark warning to the Home Secretary, calling for new legal authority to force action on its recommendations after a review finds widespread inaction from forces across England and Wales.
Labour's Education Revolution: Plan for UK School Transformation
Labour's top education team pledges comprehensive school reforms focusing on childcare, curriculum, and child health to create 'the best generation of young people ever'.
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