Salford school plan could cause 'absolute gridlock'
Plans to move a Salford school's primary provision to Manchester face opposition, with nearly 90 objections citing traffic, noise, and weekend disruption.
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Welsh Government announces major review of university funding
The Welsh Government has announced a wholesale review of university funding and organisation as institutions face a combined operating deficit of over £97m.
Trafford children's services rated inadequate by Ofsted
Ofsted has rated Trafford's children's services 'inadequate' after finding delays leaving children in potentially unsafe situations, with council bosses apologising.
West Lothian pupils celebrate record exam results
West Lothian pupils achieve record exam results with increases in S4 and S5 qualifications, including Highers.
Monklands Men Join Persimmon as Apprentice Bricklayers
Nathan Smyth, 25, from Airdrie, and Jordan Atkinson, 20, of Coatbridge, have been recruited by Persimmon Homes West Scotland as apprentice bricklayers, combining on-the-job training with college studies.
Ashington takeaway appeal rejected over health risks
The Planning Inspectorate has dismissed an appeal against Northumberland County Council's refusal of a hot food takeaway in Ashington, citing health risks and an over-concentration of existing outlets.
Bury Market food hall CGI images revealed ahead of autumn opening
New CGI images show the upcoming Casewells food hall at Bury Market, part of a £33m regeneration, set to open in autumn.
Scotland exam results 2026: record pass rates for 150,000
Almost 150,000 Scottish pupils receive National, Higher and Advanced Higher results today, with record pass rates across all levels.
Scottish Students: How to Appeal Exam Results
Over 148,000 Scottish pupils get results today. If you suspect a marking error, free appeals open until August 25. Priority appeals for conditional offers due by August 11.
Book fairies spark reading joy for Newcastle kids
Book fairies have been leaving books for children in Scotswood to foster reading and encourage use of Denton Burn Library, supported by Healthworks and NTWDC.
Ofsted: Nursery risk to children after wrong child handed over
Ofsted found Kids Planet Crosby fails safeguarding standards after a two-year-old was handed to the wrong grandad, putting children at significant risk of harm.
Montessori phase-out in Victoria sparks explicit instruction debate
Montessori streams are being phased out in Victorian public schools amid a push for explicit instruction, raising concerns about one-size-fits-all teaching and the body behind it.
Gineitis agent confirms Celtic talks as star ready to consider move
Gvidas Gineitis' agent reveals talks with Celtic, but no official offer yet. The midfielder is ready to evaluate a potential move to the Premiership champions.
Chefs Warn Against Ordering Restaurant Specials
Chefs reveal the 'special' is often made from leftovers, but some argue it's a smart way to reduce food waste if safety rules are followed.
Leaving children home alone: law, age and NSPCC advice
No legal age exists for leaving a child home alone, but parents can be prosecuted if a child is put at risk. NSPCC gives age-by-age guidance.
Baby left in hot car at Leeds boot sale prompts police probe
Police are investigating after a baby was reportedly left alone in a very hot car at a boot sale near Leeds Bradford Airport, prompting hundreds of responses.
Baby Left in Hot Car at Boot Sale Sparks Social Media Fury
A baby was reportedly left alone in a hot car at a boot sale near Leeds Bradford Airport, sparking social media fury and prompting a police response.
Ashley Collar on PhD and 'dumb blonde' stereotype
Ashley Collar, 27, from Moss Side, is set to earn a PhD and prove stereotypes wrong, saying people assume she is 'dumb' based on her appearance.
Sunglasses on head: the nonsexual act men find attractive
Men say the female equivalent of a backwards baseball cap is wearing sunglasses on your head, and TikTok users are sharing why they find it so attractive.
Morpeth Donates 5,000 Books to Inspire Young Readers
Maximize Education collected 5,000 children's books donated by the Morpeth community for Children North East during the National Year of Reading 2026.
Neighbour mows woman's lawn then asks for petrol money
A US-based woman is unsure whether to pay her neighbour after he repeatedly mows her lawn and hints about petrol money, despite her asking him to stop.
Coleen tells woman to feign illness to avoid affair clash
Coleen advises a woman to feign illness and skip a friend's 40th party where the man she had an affair with and his wife will be present to avoid awkwardness.
Baby locked in hot car at Leeds car boot sale
A baby was found locked alone in a very hot car at a Leeds car boot sale as parents reportedly hunted for bargains, sparking outrage and a police response, with no arrests made.
Optical Illusion Test: Waterfall or Panda First?
An optical illusion showing a waterfall or panda claims to reveal whether you open up easily or keep your distance, says TikTok creator @marina.neuralean.
Yorkshire man pressure washes elderly people's patios free
A 28-year-old Yorkshireman pressure washes elderly people's patios for free, saying he wants to help loved ones, and has gained nearly 20,000 TikTok followers.
Parents count down to school return as summer burnout
Nearly a quarter of British parents are counting down to the school return, with 22% ready for the holidays to end, new research for NEC Birmingham finds.
Cut summer holidays to four weeks, mother tells government
A freelance journalist and mother of two says the six-week school summer holiday is an archaic, costly burden, arguing it should be reduced to four weeks.
Optical Illusion: What You See First Reveals Your Openness
A viral optical illusion shared by TikTok creator @marina.neuralean claims whether you spot a waterfall or panda first reveals how easily you open up to others.
More than 3,300 Greater Manchester teens are NEET
More than 3,300 16-17-year-olds in Greater Manchester are not in education, employment or training, with Salford's NEET rate at 5.8% and Trafford's at 2.7%.
Strikes at schools over violence led to Ofsted and DfE
Staff at two Manchester primary schools struck in January over alleged violence, prompting damning Ofsted verdicts and DfE action. Recovery is underway.
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