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.
Russia rebuilding military faster than expected - UK warning
Shadow Defence Secretary John Healey reveals alarming intelligence about Russia's rapid military expansion and calls for urgent UK defence strategy overhaul.
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.
Reeves Plans Inheritance Tax Overhaul
Shadow Chancellor Rachel Reeves is considering a radical reform of inheritance tax that could see the controversial levy replaced with a lifetime gifts tax system, potentially transforming wealth transfer in Britain.
IMF Chief: Non-Bank Lending Risks Keep Me Awake
IMF Managing Director Kristalina Georgieva reveals her biggest economic fear - the explosive growth of non-bank lending that could trigger the next global financial crisis.
Reeves: Wealthy must pay fair tax share
Shadow Chancellor Rachel Reeves unveils Labour's bold plan to crack down on wealthy tax avoiders and close loopholes costing Britain billions. Exclusive interview reveals tough new stance on tax fairness.
Jess Phillips quits shadow role over child abuse inquiry stance
Senior Labour MP Jess Phillips resigns from frontbench position following disagreement with Keir Starmer's approach to child sexual exploitation inquiry, highlighting party divisions.
British politician John Healey mugged and hospitalised in Nairobi
Shadow Defence Secretary John Healey was brutally attacked and robbed during an official visit to Kenya, sustaining serious injuries requiring hospital treatment.
Reeves: No VAT on private schools in first Labour budget
Shadow Chancellor Rachel Reeves makes significant pre-election commitment, vowing Labour will not increase VAT on private education in their first budget, marking a major policy clarification.
Steve Reed accused of smearing Muslim charity
Labour frontbencher Steve Reed faces criticism after suggesting a respected Muslim charity in East London had extremist links without providing evidence, sparking accusations of Islamophobia.
Social media parenting advice is poor quality, warns minister
Education Secretary Bridget Phillipson launches scathing attack on low-quality parenting guidance circulating online, calling for evidence-based alternatives and better support for families.
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.
Minister calls Bob Vylan 'stain' on universities
Bridget Phillipson sparks controversy with remarks about Mercury Prize-winning band Bob Vylan, drawing criticism from academics and music industry figures for her comments on university values.
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.
Karen Gillan's real baby snatching horror inspires film
Marvel star Karen Gillan shares chilling true story of stranger trying to steal sleeping baby from her arms, revealing how the traumatic experience inspired her new horror film 'The Shadow'.
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.
Labour deputy leader battle: Phillipson and Powell frontrunners
Keir Starmer orchestrates major Labour Party reshuffle as Bridget Phillipson and Lucy Powell emerge as frontrunners for deputy leadership position, signalling new political direction.
Liberal Party rocked by leaked WhatsApp messages between shadow ministers
Explosive leaked WhatsApp conversations reveal tensions between Liberal frontbenchers Jacinta Nampijinpa Price and Sussan Ley, exposing internal party divisions and strategic disagreements.
Russia's shadow fleet launches drone attacks on Europe
Ukraine's President Zelenskyy reveals how Russia is using a covert maritime fleet to launch long-range drone attacks targeting European infrastructure and energy facilities.
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.
Starmer's Best Friend Reveals Their 20-Year Bond
Shadow Leader of the Commons Lucy Powell opens up about her 20-year friendship with Keir Starmer, sharing intimate details about their bond and how it shapes Labour's political strategy.
Reeves: No Wealth Tax Under Labour Government
Shadow Chancellor Rachel Reeves makes definitive statement rejecting wealth tax proposals, positioning Labour as pro-business ahead of potential government
Trump's Supreme Court Shadow Docket Strategy Exposed
Exclusive investigation reveals Donald Trump's increasing reliance on the Supreme Court's emergency procedures to secure favourable rulings outside normal legal channels, raising constitutional concerns.
Danielle Galligan's rise from Shadow and Bone to Kin
Irish actress Danielle Galligan reveals her journey from Netflix's Shadow and Bone to leading role in Kin, discussing character transformations and career breakthroughs.
Trump's Supreme Court Using Secret 'Shadow Docket'
An explosive investigation reveals how Trump-appointed Supreme Court justices are using the 'shadow docket' to push through conservative rulings without public scrutiny, raising serious concerns about judicial transparency.
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