Former Police Federation Chief Confident of Exoneration in Corruption Probe
Former Police Federation chief Mukund Krishna arrested on corruption charges, maintains innocence and pride in his record.
Category : Devolution
Myanmar Junta Leader’s Honorary Degree Betrays Education, Says Former Teacher
A former teacher condemns Yangon University for granting an honorary doctorate to Myanmar junta leader Min Aung Hlaing, calling it a betrayal of education and the students killed in the resistance.
US Education Department Criticised for Displaying Charlie Kirk Banner
US Department of Education faces backlash after hanging banner of late far-right commentator Charlie Kirk outside its DC building.
Parents Split on Audiobooks as Expert Debunks 'Cheating' Claims
New research reveals 4 in 10 parents view audiobooks as cheating, but expert says listening can be as effective as reading for children.
Labour Ministers Explore Reforms to Ease Student Loan Burden
Labour reviews student loan system amid pressure, exploring threshold increases and potential reforms to ease graduate debt burden.
UK Calls for Nominations for First UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage Listings
UK seeks public suggestions for UNESCO intangible cultural heritage list, including cheese rolling and Notting Hill carnival. Submissions open until February.
Swinney Declined Military Airport Briefing Says Alexander
John Swinney did not accept a briefing on military use of Wick airport, says Scottish Secretary Douglas Alexander, urging the issue be kept free of party politics.
Reform UK Scotland MSPs elect Offord as leader, Kerr as deputy
Reform UK Scotland's MSPs elect Lord Offord as leader and Thomas Kerr as deputy. The party returns 17 MSPs at Holyrood, tying with Labour.
Rhun ap Iorwerth Voted First Minister After Plaid Cymru's Historic Victory
Plaid Cymru's Rhun ap Iorwerth elected first minister of Wales after ending 100 years of Labour rule in Senedd election.
Billie Jean King, 82, graduates from college 61 years after leaving for tennis
Tennis legend Billie Jean King, 82, graduates from Cal State LA with a history degree, 61 years after leaving to play professionally.
Boris Johnson Reportedly Called Scottish Devolution a 'Disaster'
Boris Johnson reportedly calls Scottish devolution a 'disaster' in private meeting, sparking criticism from SNP and defence from Scottish Tories.
San Francisco AI School: Lessons for UK Educators?
A San Francisco private school uses AI to cut academic work to two hours daily, claiming faster learning. Experts urge caution and more research.
Starmer Faces Welsh Devolution Challenge In Cardiff
Welsh Labour MSs accuse Starmer government of rolling back devolution, citing UK scheme and lack of progress on further powers.
Unionist Parties Could Secure Holyrood Majority, Poll Suggests
New poll shows unionist parties could secure Holyrood majority, with SNP falling one seat short of pro-independence bloc.
Reform Council's Ban on Nottingham Post Called 'Massive Attack on Local Democracy'
Nottinghamshire Reform council bans Nottingham Post, sparking democracy row. Editor warns of threat to free press.
Plaid Cymru's Historic Victory Ushers in New Devolved Era
Plaid Cymru's historic win in Wales and SNP's success mark a new era of nationalist governments in devolved nations, challenging UK's centralised state.
Labour Loses Majority in Wales as Reform UK Gains Ground Across Britain
Labour loses majority in Wales and suffers heavy losses across Britain as Reform UK and Greens make gains in historic election results.
King Charles Reveals He Owns Tap Shoes During Joint Appearance With Idris Elba
King Charles reveals he owns tap shoes during joint appearance with Idris Elba at National Youth Music Theatre anniversary event.
Welsh First Minister Urges Voters Not to Treat Senedd Election as Referendum on Starmer
Eluned Morgan says Senedd election should not be a referendum on Keir Starmer, warning protest votes could let pro-independence parties gain power.
‘Disappointing’ NI First Minister absent from Iran briefings – Little-Pengelly
Deputy First Minister Emma Little-Pengelly criticises Michelle O’Neill for missing UK briefings on Iran, as Middle East conflict intensifies.
Public Ownership of Merseyrail: Fares, Stations, New Routes
Merseyrail services will be brought under public ownership by 2028, with fares set for passengers rather than shareholders, says Metro Mayor Steve Rotheram.
US to Restart Student Loan Collections for Over Half a Million Defaulted Borrowers
US education department to restart student loan collection for 5.3 million defaulted borrowers from May, ending pandemic-era pause, amid criticism.
Swinney to coordinate with Welsh and Northern Irish leaders
John Swinney plans to coordinate with Welsh and Northern Irish leaders to oppose UK government policies on cost of living and spending.
Trump student loan changes leave millions facing higher repayments
Trump's student loan overhaul leaves millions of borrowers facing soaring repayments and uncertainty over relief options.
Alan Milburn: Exam-Obsessed Schools Leave Pupils Unready for Work
Alan Milburn says exam-obsessed schools leave pupils unready for work as teacher survey reveals support for reform.
US book bans hit record high in 2025, with 5,668 titles removed
US libraries saw a record 5,668 book bans in 2025, with most challenges targeting LGBTQ+ and BIPOC stories, ALA reports.
Student Loan Interest Rates Capped At 6% From September
UK caps student loan interest at 6% from September for plan 2 and 3 loans in England and Wales, a temporary shield against inflation from global conflicts.
Government to Enforce Statutory Mobile Phone Ban in English Schools
UK government to enforce statutory mobile phone ban in English schools via Lords amendment to children’s wellbeing bill.
Keir Starmer Opens No 10 North in Manchester
PM Keir Starmer opened No 10 North in Manchester, a new government base to shift economic decision-making away from London, temporarily housed at Heron House.
Strong centre needed to decentralise power, says Guardian view
The Guardian argues that effective devolution requires a powerful central government to coordinate and empower local leaders like Andy Burnham.
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