Education
School Uniform Law Sets New Limits on Branded Items
The Children’s Wellbeing and Schools Act 2026 limits branded uniform requirements, aiming to reduce pressure on family…
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Schools Told to Adapt as Heatwave Raises Safety Risks
A source-led National Herald UK report on schools heatwave guidance, setting out the verified facts, the public…
Education
Ofsted to Add 3,000 Surprise Nursery Visits
A source-led National Herald UK report on Ofsted nursery visits, setting out the verified facts, the public…
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SEND Guidance Sets Out Dedicated Support Spaces
A source-led National Herald UK report on SEND support spaces guidance, setting out the verified facts, the…
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Apprenticeship Push Challenges Degree-by-Default Culture
A source-led National Herald UK report on youth apprenticeships UK, setting out the verified facts, the public…
Education
Degree Choice Data Sharpens Higher Education Debate
A source-led National Herald UK report on degree earnings data UK, setting out the verified facts, the…
Education
Teachers’ Pay Award Confirmed at 4% for 2026/27 as Unions Warn of Retention Crisis
The below-inflation settlement for English schools is accepted by some unions but condemned by others as inadequate…
Education
School Uniform Legislation: Government Pushes Back Against House of Lords Amendments
Parliament considers changes to school uniform rules following Lords proposals to require schools to publish the cost…
Education
Childhood Obesity Rates Stable But Remain at Historically High Levels, Survey Shows
The National Child Measurement Programme shows no significant improvement in obesity rates among reception-age and year six…
Education
Council Tax Bills Cross £2,400 Average After Full 5 Percent Rises
Households across England face their highest council tax bills in history as authorities applied the maximum permitted…
