BBC demands Apprentice vetting review after candidate's posts
The BBC has ordered a review of The Apprentice's vetting process after a candidate's offensive social media posts emerged. Levi Hodgetts-Hague has apologised for the decade-old comments.
The BBC has ordered a review of The Apprentice's vetting process after a candidate's offensive social media posts emerged. Levi Hodgetts-Hague has apologised for the decade-old comments.
Plan your family year with the complete Birmingham school holiday calendar for 2026. Key dates for half terms, Easter, and the summer break revealed to help you book travel and childcare early.
Fed-up parents in Birmingham launch petition as teacher strikes over redundancies disrupt education for thousands of pupils. They urge the Arthur Terry Learning Partnership to resolve the dispute now.
A Solihull special school is making strides under new leadership after a critical Ofsted inspection and bullying claims. Read the latest on its improvement journey.
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RecommendedPlans submitted to demolish and replace 'poor condition' Stow Heath Primary School in Willenhall with a modern facility, including a new SEND unit, by September 2028. Read the full details.
A mother asks if she was unreasonable for sending two 11-year-olds home from a sleepover after a water-spitting game and perceived disrespect. Read the parenting debate.
Environmental scientist Professor Lynne Frostick CBE receives an honorary doctorate from the University of Leicester. A champion for women in STEM, her career has defined flood and coastal erosion management.
Apprentices from Coleg Cambria see their Irish Coffee Slice ranked among Britain's most innovative bakery products. Discover how this student-led project went from college kitchen to national shelves.
Edge Hill University names Dr Jo Wright as its new Chief Governance Officer. With over 20 years in higher education governance, she will lead strategic assurance and administration. Discover her vision for the university's future.
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RecommendedNew data reveals the Birmingham primary schools with the lowest first-choice offer rates. Discover the most sought-after schools as the application deadline passes.
Year 7 girls and Year 8 boys from Haslingden High School have won their borough athletics competitions and will represent Rossendale in the county finals in Blackpool this March. Read their inspiring stories.
Money Saving Expert founder Martin Lewis shares his five key pieces of advice for new graduates, covering success, reputation, tax, and career paths. Read his essential wisdom.
Ofsted's new inspection system replaces one-word grades with detailed report cards. See the first ratings for West Midlands schools and what the changes mean for parents.
An 18-year-old student has died at Queen Elizabeth Sixth Form College in Darlington. Police confirm the death is not being treated as suspicious. Read the latest updates.
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RecommendedThousands of pupils across the West Midlands are out of school as teachers begin nine days of strike action over planned job cuts at the Arthur Terry Learning Partnership. Find out which schools are affected.
A new Welsh-language website, PererinYsgolion, helps pupils explore Christian pilgrimage and local heritage through a fictional guide. Discover how it connects faith, language, and landscape.
Simon Taylor, 43, a former soldier turned teacher, has been sentenced to four years and six months for sexually assaulting and grooming a pupil. Read the full court report.
Ofsted has abolished its controversial one-word school ratings, introducing a detailed 'report card' system from January 2026. Discover how this change aims to provide a fairer picture for parents and schools.
West Nottinghamshire College's Animal Care students gained hands-on experience with exotic animals and met industry professionals, from hedgehog rescuers to police dog handlers, during a special industry week. Discover the diverse careers in animal welfar
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RecommendedLincolnshire Police have discovered a body in the search for missing University of Lincoln student Connor Calleja, 20. The university community shares heartfelt tributes.
Former surgeon and Solihull MP Dr Neil Shastri-Hurst proposes a new law to teach all children emergency life-saving skills, including how to treat catastrophic bleeding from stabbings.
Discover what UK parents really think about Ickle Bubba's practical baby gear and how it stacks up against luxury rival iCandy. Get the inside scoop on value, style, and durability.
Two students from St John Payne Catholic School in Chelmsford secured top spots in a national Bible project, beating 10,000 entrants. Read about their remarkable achievement and prizes.
Leasowes High School in Halesowen has closed for the second time in days after a burst pipe caused a complete loss of water. Pupils were sent home for health and safety reasons.
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RecommendedBarratt Homes has donated £1,500 to Cavendish Community Primary School's PTA in West Didsbury to fund a new outdoor stage and amphitheatre. The project will create an inclusive learning space for all pupils.
The DWP recruits Praful Nargund as an unpaid skills adviser to drive economic growth through adult education, following a major policy transfer from the Department for Education.
The DWP has appointed Praful Nargund as a skills policy adviser to drive economic growth through adult education. The six-month role starts in January 2026.
Six Midlands secondary schools have been ranked among the UK's top 50 in the Sunday Times Parent Power Guide 2026. Discover which grammar and private schools made the prestigious list.
Shenley Academy in Birmingham will lock student toilets during lessons from January 12, requiring a pass. Parents call the rule 'disgusting' and a breach of human rights. Read the full story.
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RecommendedNew research reveals that older adults who learned new skills during the pandemic had better mental health and resilience, with benefits lasting over a year. Discover how lifelong learning protects wellbeing.