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New Plan to Tackle Misogyny in English Schools
The UK government has announced a new strategy to combat misogyny in English schools, including mandatory training and updated guidance. Read the full details and analysis here.
£550m Plan to Tackle Toxic Masculinity in Schools
A new government strategy will see pupils as young as 11 sent on behaviour courses covering deepfakes and online abuse. Critics question the long-term funding.
UK Plan Tackles Deepfake Porn and Toxic Masculinity
A new UK initiative aims to combat deepfake pornography and harmful masculinity norms through education. Experts warn of a growing crisis affecting young people. Learn more about the proposed solutions.
Government publishes delayed Violence Against Women strategy
The government's long-awaited Violence Against Women and Girls strategy is published, focusing on prevention in schools. Jess Phillips admits delays but claims a more ambitious plan.
Teachers trained to spot early signs of misogyny in boys
A new £20m government strategy aims to halve violence against women and girls in a decade. Teachers will be trained to identify and challenge misogynistic attitudes in schools.
New £20m strategy trains teachers to spot misogyny in boys
The government unveils a £20m package to train teachers in identifying early signs of misogyny and teaching healthy relationships, aiming to halve violence against women and girls within a decade.
Schools to teach healthy relationships to tackle misogyny
All secondary schools in England will teach about healthy relationships and consent as part of a £20m government strategy aiming to halve violence against women and girls within a decade.
Schools to teach healthy relationships to stop abuse
The government announces a new strategy, backed by £20 million, mandating healthy relationship lessons in all secondary schools in England to tackle misogyny and prevent violence against women and girls.
New Strategy to Tackle Misogyny in Schools and Halve VAWG
The government unveils a long-awaited strategy to halve violence against women and girls. It includes teacher training, tackling online harms, and £550m for victims. Read the full plan.
Obituary: Poet and educator Patricia Robson dies aged 83
Tributes are paid to Patricia Robson, a dedicated teacher, published poet, and passionate Remainer, who has died aged 83. Discover her remarkable legacy in education and the arts.
Met and GMP to arrest for 'globalise intifada' chants
London and Manchester police announce a tougher stance on pro-Palestine protests, vowing to arrest those using the phrase 'globalise the intifada'. The move follows antisemitic attacks abroad.
Police warn of arrests for 'globalise the intifada' chants
UK police vow to arrest protesters chanting 'globalise the intifada' following the Bondi Beach terror attack, stating the 'context has changed'. Read the latest on the crackdown.
Mum-of-two found dead in Altrincham canal
Tragedy as Jana Bahvalova, 29, is found in Bridgewater Canal after failing to collect her daughters. Police investigate the death of the 'quiet, kind and gentle' Latvian mother.
Guardian's Hope Appeal raises over £350k for UK charities
The Guardian's 2025 Hope appeal has raised more than £350,000 for charities tackling division and racism in UK communities. Discover how these funds will support vital work.
Queen Elizabeth's School Tops London State School Ranking
Queen Elizabeth's School in Barnet is named the UK's best state secondary in The Times 2025 Parent Power guide. Discover the full top 10 list for London and see how these schools excel without tuition fees.
Woman bailed after car driven into Manchester crowds
An 18-year-old woman has been bailed following chaotic scenes in Manchester city centre where a car was driven erratically into crowds. One man was hospitalised. Read the latest.
John Sutter, Head of King's College Maths School, Dies at 59
Tributes pour in for John Sutter, the visionary founding head of King's College London Mathematics School, who has died aged 59. Discover his legacy in maths education.
Bradford charity links diverse schools to build empathy
The Linking Network charity connects children from different backgrounds in Bradford, fostering lifelong understanding. See how their work, born from the 2001 riots, is creating hope.
James Graham's 'The Fatal Punch' Grips Young Audiences on Tour
James Graham's powerful new play 'The Fatal Punch' is touring UK schools, engaging younger audiences with its story of a single act of violence. Discover how theatre is tackling urgent social issues.
Body pulled from water at Salford Quays
Police have recovered a body from Salford Quays near Media City. A major emergency response was launched, and an investigation is now underway. Get the latest updates.
London's Best Schools for 2026 Named by The Times
The Sunday Times Parent Power Guide has unveiled its definitive list of London's top state, private, and primary schools for 2026. Discover which institutions lead the capital's educational landscape.
Contactless payment delay for London airport travel
Plans for contactless tap-in tap-out travel to Stansted and Southend airports are delayed until summer 2026 due to technical issues. Find out which stations are affected.
University of Greater Manchester under fraud inquiry
England's higher education regulator launches investigation into the University of Greater Manchester following serious allegations of financial misconduct and bribery. Police are also involved.
NAPLAN 2025: Australia's Highest Achieving Schools Named
The 2025 NAPLAN results are out, highlighting the schools with top scores in literacy and numeracy. Discover the national trends and which institutions are leading the way.
Four-Day School Week Pilots Urged in England
Campaigners urge the government to allow schools to trial a four-day week to address the teacher recruitment crisis. Share your views as a parent or teacher in England.
Senior officer sent dick pics, barred from policing
A senior police commander sent explicit photos to a junior female officer. He retired hours before a gross misconduct hearing and has now been barred. Read the full story.
Labour faces £6.6bn Send crisis in education overhaul
Labour confronts a £6.6bn special educational needs crisis as Bridget Phillipson battles Treasury for proper funding. Can inclusion reforms deliver for children?
Greater Manchester Headteacher Phil Taylor Dies Aged 81
Phil Taylor, the charismatic Greater Manchester headteacher who regularly challenged education ministers on television, has died aged 81. Discover his remarkable legacy.
Police get more time to question synagogue suspect
Police have been granted more time to question a man arrested over the Heaton Park synagogue terror attack in Manchester that left two dead. Read the latest updates.
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