Tories Vow to Scrap Interest on Student Loans in England
Conservative leader Kemi Badenoch announces plan to abolish interest on Plan 2 student loans, calling it an unfair debt trap, while Labour prioritizes maintenance grants.
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Liverpool-Oxford Innovation Pact to Keep UK Businesses
Liverpool and Oxford have signed a partnership to boost research and commercialisation, aiming to retain high-growth businesses in the UK and create 40,000 jobs by 2030.
Lecturer Banned for Inappropriate Student Messages
A college lecturer has been indefinitely removed from the teaching register after a panel found he sent sexual messages to students and failed to maintain professional boundaries.
Teacher Banned for Snapchat Messages to Vulnerable Pupil
Kaodi O'Loughlin Campbell has been struck off after admitting inappropriate communication with a boy from a special school, including telling him to delete messages.
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Dolly the Sheep: First Cloned Mammal Announced
On this day in 1997, British scientists at the Roslin Institute announced the birth of Dolly the sheep, marking a historic breakthrough in cloning technology.
Warwickshire Primary School With 12 Pupils Set to Close
Great Alne Primary School in Warwickshire, operating at less than 10% capacity with just 12 pupils, faces closure due to financial unsustainability and declining enrollment, despite community opposition.
Nadiya Hussain Quits BBC to Train as Teacher
Former Great British Bake Off winner Nadiya Hussain reveals she's leaving television to become a teaching assistant, with plans to train as a full teacher after BBC cancelled her show.
Graduate's £75,000 Debt Burden Highlights University Cost Crisis
A mother shares her daughter's story of graduating with £75,000 debt despite earning degrees, highlighting unfair interest rates and the need for education funding reform.
Edge Hill University Shortlisted Eight Times for Nursing Awards
Edge Hill University's School of Nursing and Midwifery has been shortlisted in eight categories at the Student Nursing Times Awards, including best student experience and teaching innovation of the year.
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Cardiff and Vale College Starts Work on Two New £119m Campuses
Construction has officially started on two new campuses for Cardiff and Vale College in the Vale of Glamorgan, representing a £119 million investment. The projects include a waterfront campus in Barry and an aerospace training centre at Cardiff Airport, b
Monmouth School Head Melvyn Roffe Awarded MBE
Haberdashers' Monmouth School Head Melvyn Roffe receives an MBE from HRH The Princess Royal, honouring his lifelong dedication to education and community engagement.
Derbyshire Nurseries Launch Four-a-Day Reading Pledge
Busy Bees nurseries in Derbyshire join nationwide initiative to read 45 million books this year, countering alarming statistics showing children's reading enjoyment at 20-year low.
Edge Hill Expands Healthcare Apprenticeships After National Week
Edge Hill University reinforces its commitment to healthcare apprenticeships, offering pathways from nurse associates to operating department practice, supporting NHS workforce development and student careers.
Student Loan Freeze Costs Graduates £250 More Yearly
Chancellor Rachel Reeves' plan to freeze the student loan repayment threshold at £29,385 until 2030 will add approximately £250 to annual costs for four million graduates.
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Fortis Academy Demolition Plans Under School Rebuilding Programme
The Department for Education has submitted plans to demolish most of Fortis Academy in Great Barr, citing buildings as 'life-expired' and unfit for modern teaching. The redevelopment is part of the national School Rebuilding Programme.
Secondary School SEND Rules to Change in England
Eligibility for special educational needs support will be reassessed at the start of secondary school under new government plans, affecting current Key Stage 1 pupils.
Birmingham's Top 12 Schools in GCSE Attainment 8 Rankings
The Department for Education has released final Attainment 8 scores for Birmingham secondary schools based on 2025 GCSE results, ranking the top 12 performers.
UK Students Get £3,000 Compensation for Covid Lockdown
University College London agrees to a £21 million payout to 6,500 students over disrupted education during the pandemic, with each receiving around £3,270 in compensation.
UK Graduates in EU Face Student Loan Repayment Hikes
UK graduates living in Germany, Belgium and other EU countries face increased monthly student loan repayments from April after the government cuts salary thresholds.
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Teacher Banned for Life Over Sexual Comments and Stocking Gift
A Religious Studies teacher has been permanently banned from teaching after a panel found he made sexually motivated comments to two female students and gifted one a pair of stockings wrapped in customised paper.
Belfast Teen Chef Wins Regional Crown, Heads to UK Final
Hanna Asish, 14, from Belfast, triumphs in Springboard FutureChef regional heat, securing a spot in the national final in London this March with her creative dishes.
New Birmingham Student Accommodation Block Work Begins
Abode Student launches an £80 million portfolio, starting with 317 units in Birmingham's Knowledge Quarter. Work begins in November 2026, focusing on accessible, community-focused design near universities.
Graduates Demand Student Loan Reform Amid High Interest
Former university students are calling for urgent government action on student loan repayments, with interest rates described as 'criminal' and thresholds frozen until 2030.
St Paul's School for Girls Named Top Midlands Comprehensive
St Paul's School for Girls in Edgbaston has been crowned the best comprehensive school in the Midlands, topping the Sunday Times Parent Power Guide 2026 list with an outstanding Ofsted rating.
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Liverpool AI Spinout Apoello Gets £470k Funding
University of Liverpool spinout Apoello has secured £470,000 in funding to commercialize its AI technology that aims to reduce failed experiments in materials science research.
Aldi Launches 500 Apprenticeships with £12+ Pay
Aldi announces 500 new apprenticeship roles across UK stores and warehouses, offering £12.02+ hourly wages and paid breaks, as unemployment rises to 5.2%.
Children View AI Chatbots as Friends, Survey Finds
A new Vodafone survey shows 31% of children describe AI chatbots as friends, with experts warning of risks like emotional attachment and inaccurate advice while highlighting learning benefits.
Minister Defends Apprenticeship Reforms Amid Business Fears
Industry Minister Chris McDonald addresses fears that apprenticeship reforms could lower standards, emphasizing government commitment to quality and expanding opportunities for young people.
Students Seek £5,000 Compensation from 36 Universities Over Covid
More than 170,000 students in England and Wales are taking legal action against 36 universities, seeking £5,000 each in compensation for Covid-related disruption to their studies, following a landmark settlement with UCL.
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UK Management College Targets University Status with Salford Expansion
UK Management College celebrates its tenth anniversary by opening a new campus in Salford and unveiling ambitious plans to become an independent university with its own degree-awarding powers by 2030.
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