European Commission Speech Brussels, 04 May 2026 Ladies and gentlemen, I have been asked to present the EU perspective on the closure of the Strait of Hormuz. But first, allow me to welcome that finally after ...

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Ofqual·policy

Policy paper: Ofqual’s action plan for the prevention of qualification fraud

Ofqual sets out strengthened measures to find and tackle qualification fraud, aiming to stop people gaining certificates without doing the work to demonstrate their skills and knowledge.

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European Parliament Press Releases·policy

Press release - EP TODAY

Thursday 21 May Source : © European Union, 2026 - EP

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FE Week·policy

Ofsted warns Multiverse ‘needs attention’ after starts stop on weakest apprenticeships

Watchdog criticises low completion rates and high staff workload at England’s biggest apprenticeship provider The post Ofsted warns Multiverse ‘needs attention’ after starts stop on weakest apprenticeships first…

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The Guardian Education·policy

Schools are ‘pipeline’ to joblessness for many people, says ex-Labour adviser

Ban social media and reform education to tackle scandal of young people not in work or study, says Peter Hyman Schools have become a “pipeline” to worklessness for a large cohort of young people in the UK, according to…

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HEPI Blog·higher-ed

What do the English local elections tell us about higher education?

This blog was kindly authored by by Harriet Coombs, Senior Analyst at the Tony Blair Institute. You can find analysis of the Senedd election results here and analysis of the Holyrood results here . Last week’s local…

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Schools Week UK·policy

New nurseries less likely to be in disadvantaged schools

Government capital programme which repurposes empty classrooms seeks to target provision in disadvantaged areas The post New nurseries less likely to be in disadvantaged schools first appeared on Schools Week .

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BBC News Education

TikTok and YouTube 'not safe enough' for kids, says Ofcom

YouTube said it worked with experts to provide appropriate experiences. TikTok said it was disappointed Ofcom had not acknowledged its safety features.

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Wonkhe

The world is facing an environmental polycrisis – HE must play its part

In tough economic times sustainability commitments can take a back seat. Scott Davidson explains why the long term health of the planet shouldn't be sacrificed to short term pressures

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Wonkhe·higher-ed

Universities need a conversation about social class

Higher education institutions are still reluctant to discuss class, and how it plays out in academic careers. For Jamie Tully and Hazel Mycroft, it’s time to start talking

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University of Cambridge News·higher-ed

Seven Cambridge academics elected as 2026 Academy of Medical Sciences Fellows

The new Fellows have been recognised for their outstanding contributions to advancing medical science, each responsible for pioneering discovery research and translating innovation into tangible benefits for patients…

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HEPI Blog·higher-ed

New HEPI Policy Note ‘What UK university AI policies actually do: A study of 96 institutions’

A new HEPI Policy Note (HEPI Policy Note 71) by Professor Sam Illingworth, raises serious questions about how universities are responding to generative AI – revealing that two in five UK universities still have no AI…

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DBT

Greater Together LA begins

Greater Together LA has officially begun with opening speeches from Culture Secretary, Lisa Nandy, co-host Sir Lucian Grainge CEO of Universal Music Group, and Kate Taylor Tett, Director of the GREAT Campaign.

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BBC News Education

Backlash over Department for Education videos with Gemma Collins

The education secretary defends videos starring The Only Way Is Essex star promoting post-16 education.

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The PIE News·higher-ed

“Open campuses, joint degrees”: Canada envoy signals India push

Canada’s high commissioner to India, Christopher Cooter, has said Canadian universities and colleges are preparing for a stronger presence in India through branch campuses, joint degrees and talent mobility…

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The Guardian Education·policy

British Council staff in Italy to strike over proposed 80% workforce cut

Soft power institution faces funding crisis linked to Covid-era government loan due to be repaid by September Staff at the British Council in Italy will go on strike over deep cuts that would slash about 80% of its…

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The PIE News·edtech

Why do students choose to study at Alpha School Malta?

Students often choose Alpha School Malta because they are looking for a more personalised and meaningful learning experience. As a boutique school, we focus on creating a warm, supportive environment where students feel…

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The Guardian Education

Harvard College will limit the number of students who can receive A grades

Mandatory cap on top grades at one of America’s most prestigious colleges will go into effect in fall of 2027 Harvard faculty has voted to impose a roughly 20% cap on A grades in an effort to curb decades of grade…

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DBT

UK and Gulf strike historic multi-billion-pound trade deal

Wages and GDP to see boost as UK and Gulf strike historic multi-billion-pound trade deal

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DBT·policy

Policy paper: UK-Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) trade deal: conclusion summary

The conclusion summary explains the provisions and chapters in the UK-Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) trade deal.

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Subject Leader for Business - Blessed Hugh Faringdon

Education news for this role

Video message for roundtable discussion on LNG & Shipping organised by CBS Alumni Club and Columbia Global Energy Centre

Policy paper: Ofqual’s action plan for the prevention of qualification fraud

Press release - EP TODAY

Ofsted warns Multiverse ‘needs attention’ after starts stop on weakest apprenticeships

Schools are ‘pipeline’ to joblessness for many people, says ex-Labour adviser

What do the English local elections tell us about higher education?

New nurseries less likely to be in disadvantaged schools

TikTok and YouTube 'not safe enough' for kids, says Ofcom

The world is facing an environmental polycrisis – HE must play its part

Universities need a conversation about social class

Seven Cambridge academics elected as 2026 Academy of Medical Sciences Fellows

New HEPI Policy Note ‘What UK university AI policies actually do: A study of 96 institutions’

Greater Together LA begins

Backlash over Department for Education videos with Gemma Collins

“Open campuses, joint degrees”: Canada envoy signals India push

British Council staff in Italy to strike over proposed 80% workforce cut

Why do students choose to study at Alpha School Malta?

Harvard College will limit the number of students who can receive A grades

UK and Gulf strike historic multi-billion-pound trade deal

Policy paper: UK-Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) trade deal: conclusion summary

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