School Phone Ban Starts September 1 Under PM Burnham
From September 1, 2026, all English schools must ban phones under PM Andy Burnham, with confiscation powers. Guidance became statutory on June 29, 2026.
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Birmingham City Transfers: Every Deal Rated by Our Expert
Birmingham City have signed five players this summer. Our expert rates each deal, from Jhon Solis to Kristoffer Lund, with insights on impact and risks.
Allergy pens compulsory in all schools from September
From September, all schools in England must stock spare adrenaline auto-injectors under new compulsory rules, ensuring staff are trained and prepared for allergic emergencies.
Dudley Schools Set for Academy Status in September
Dudley Council approves academy conversion for Old Park School and Milking Bank Primary, effective September 1, transferring staff and finances to trusts.
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MAFS Australia: Dr. Lurve to Join Panel After Mel Schilling's Death
MAFS Australia reportedly recruits relationship coach Brigitte Zonta, aka Dr. Lurve, to join the panel for the 2027 series, following Mel Schilling's passing.
Dudley invests £4.7m to tackle NEETs with college upgrade
Dudley Council approves £4.7m for Halesowen College's Trinity Point to reduce NEET rates, boost skills, and deliver £7.2m social value.
Dudley Council invests £4.7m to tackle NEET issue
Dudley Council has approved a £4.7m investment to refurbish Halesowen College's Trinity Point campus, adding 380 student places to tackle the borough's high NEET rate.
Universal Credit free school meals expansion from September
From September 2026, free school meal eligibility will expand for all Universal Credit recipients, saving them up to £495 per child every year.
School Uniform Rules Set to Change from September
From September, schools cannot require more than three branded uniform items. New Labour rules aim to cut costs, but research shows many parents remain unaware.
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Daily Quiz: Test Your Knowledge with August 2 Answers
Find out the answers to the August 2 Medical and History quiz, and discover why Stanley Baldwin is remembered as a three-time British Prime Minister.
Birmingham nursery slammed by Ofsted over baby safety
Birmingham nursery Teeny Haven has been rated 'urgent improvement' by Ofsted after babies were left unattended and staff checks found lacking.
Wednesbury teacher banned over ball pit smacking
A Wednesbury teacher has been banned from the profession for life after slapping the bare bottom of an autistic boy in a ball pit incident at Elm Tree Primary Academy.
Daily Trivia Quiz with Medical, History, and Answers
Born on this day in 1942, Peter O'Toole's birthday: 20 medical and history quiz questions, plus yesterday's general knowledge and cryptic answers.
St Paul's Girls School Tops Midlands Comprehensive Rankings
St Paul's School for Girls in Edgbaston has been named the best comprehensive in the Midlands, ranking among the top 200 in the UK, according to the Sunday Times Parent Power Guide 2026.
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Daily quiz: Queen Anne, sushi, and Michael Jackson's chimp
Today's daily quiz tests you on Queen Anne, sushi, and Michael Jackson's chimp, plus cryptic drinks clues and yesterday's answers. See how you do.
Money-saving family days out tips
Expert shares seven ways for families to enjoy days out without breaking the bank, from cheap cinema to free splash parks.
Abraham's Villa Future Uncertain Despite Recent Arrival
Tammy Abraham's Aston Villa future is in doubt six months after his £18m arrival, with limited playing time behind Ollie Watkins and potential sale to generate funds.
Parents Face Fines from September for Term-Time Holidays
Parents taking children out of school for term-time holidays face fines from September, with penalties of £80 and over 11,000 penalties issued in Birmingham since May 2025.
Ukrainian judge awarded honorary doctorate by Edge Hill
Edge Hill University awards Honorary Doctor of Laws to Ukrainian constitutional law expert Professor Iurii Barabash for strengthening international legal ties and the UK-Ukraine Twin for Hope partnership.
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BeFar Group's Hydrogen Fluoride Breakthrough
BeFar Group has announced a major breakthrough in hydrogen fluoride production, reducing emissions by 40% while cutting costs. The innovation could transform chemical manufacturing.
£50 ice cream warning: Average cost £2.65 per treat
Parents could spend nearly £50 per child on ice creams over summer, with average prices rising, Aldi poll reveals.
Whitwell Loan: Joy and Disappointment, Albion Aim
West Brom youngster Harry Whitwell reflects on a loan season full of highs and lows, as coach Morrison outlines the club's development goals for the midfielder.
DWP £1,000 Apprentice Payments from August 1
DWP confirms additional £1,000 payments from August 1 for apprentices aged 16-18 (born before 2010) and certain 19-24 year olds, part of government-funded apprenticeship training changes under new PM Andy Burnham.
New School Rule for Year 10 Students from 2028
Prime Minister Andy Burnham announces schools must align curriculums with local job markets from September 2028, aiming to boost employment and tackle NEETs crisis.
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Burnham Bursary to Stop Apprenticeship Cliff-Edge
Andy Burnham announces £4,500 bursaries for parents on benefits to prevent an apprenticeship cliff-edge that could cost families up to £340 weekly in Universal Credit deductions.
Jimmy Jay Morgan Follows Lukaku Path at West Brom
West Brom's signing of 16-year-old striker Jimmy Jay Morgan mirrors Romelu Lukaku's path, with the club's development history being a key factor in the move.
School uniform costs drop as branded clothing rules scrapped
From autumn, schools can no longer force parents to buy expensive branded uniforms. VoucherCodes.co.uk reveals the cheapest options at Sainsbury's, Asda, Tesco, Marks and Spencer, Aldi, H&M, and John Lewis.
£4,500 Apprenticeship Bursary Confirmed by Burnham
Prime Minister Andy Burnham has confirmed households on Universal Credit will receive up to £4,500 if their child starts an apprenticeship, to offset benefit losses.
Free Driving Lessons Giveaway in Birmingham
Red Driving School is giving away free driving lessons to learner drivers in Birmingham. Enter now for a chance to win 10 free lessons and accelerate your path to passing the test.
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Rotary Club Funds Hygiene Initiative at Beacon School
Channel Rotary Club donation enables Beacon School in Folkestone to launch a wellbeing project providing hygiene products and confidence-building guidance for pupils.
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