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Manchester teachers strike over pupil violence

Teachers at two Greater Manchester primary schools begin a nine-day strike, declaring an emergency over 'almost daily' assaults by pupils. Parents express shock as union cites a 'culture of violence'.

Private Equity 2026: AI Caution & Slower Deals

Private equity deals will take longer in 2026 as firms use continuation vehicles. AI caution grows, while £893tn of 'dry powder' fuels public-to-private deals. Expert analysis inside.

Cambridge College's Private School Recruitment Policy

Trinity Hall, Cambridge, will target elite private schools for student recruitment, sparking accusations of 'reverse discrimination' and a 'slap in the face' for state-educated pupils. Read the full story.

Private MRI scans offer faster results amid NHS waits

Facing long NHS waiting lists, patients are turning to private scans for results in days. Services like Scan.com offer MRI scans from £300 with direct booking. Discover a quicker path to diagnosis.

Oakley Capital buys GLAS in £1bn+ finance deal

Private equity firm Oakley Capital, backer of Time Out, secures a majority stake in loan administration leader GLAS. The £1bn+ deal signals major growth in private credit. Discover the details.

Children Aged Five Addicted to Porn, Study Reveals

Exclusive research shows UK children are being exposed to pornography at an increasingly young age, with some developing addictions. Experts and survivors call for urgent action from parents and schools.

Spire Healthcare Sets Takeover Bid Deadline

Spire Healthcare, the UK's largest private hospital group, has set a 20 January deadline for suitors to express takeover interest. Learn about the shareholder pressure and potential sale.

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.

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.

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.

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