Tag: London
Lessons in Educational Leadership: Navigating Adversity with Olympic Insights
When Lara Dallman-Weiss and Stuart McNay set sail together at the 2024 Paris Olympics, they weren't just navigating open waters–they were challenging traditional norms in a sport historically dominated by single-gender teams. As the...
Divorce Challenges Due to Pension Provider: How to Navigate This Issue
As a teacher, I recently went through a challenging situation during my divorce proceedings due to issues with my pension provider, Teachers’ Pensions. I requested a cash equivalent transfer value (CETV) in June to...
Addressing Racism in Schools and Colleges: Legal Obligations in England
Schools and colleges in England are being criticized for not doing enough to address and prevent racism, according to campaigners. They are calling for the national curriculum to include a focus on anti-racism, with...
Breaking Barriers: Study Reveals Young Working-Class Faces Obstacles in Creative Industries
Young people from working-class backgrounds are facing obstacles when trying to enter the creative industries, a recent study has revealed. The research conducted by the Sutton Trust found that the arts remain elitist and...
The Fascination with Tudors: Why Britain Can’t Let Go of Henry VIII
The TV adaptation of Hilary Mantel's Wolf Hall novels, The Mirror and the Light, premiered on BBC One and received glowing reviews. The fans had been eagerly waiting for the finale after an eight-year...
Solving the Mystery of Paddington in Peru: A Knotty Problem Revisited
In the film Paddington in Peru, the story centers around a mysterious string bracelet known as a 'khipu', used by the Incans to record numbers. These khipus were made up of knots on strings,...
Crisis in UK Universities: Labour’s First Step to Save Them
The financial pressure on Britain's higher education institutions is a cause for concern. With more than a third of universities running at a loss and some even facing the risk of a government bailout,...
Solving the Mystery of Paddington in Peru: A Detailed Analysis
Today, I have an interesting puzzle for you to solve involving a 'khipu', which was the Incan method of recording numbers with knots on a string. The Incans used khipus to keep track of...
Do Students Care about the Hague v Mandelson Race for Oxford Chancellorship?
After Donald Trump’s victory, concern has been expressed in liberal circles that democracy is under existential threat. But next week that ancient Greek ideal of people power has the opportunity to reestablish its credentials...
Rising University Fees in England: Students Left Disadvantaged
English higher education is currently facing some serious challenges that need to be addressed. The recent announcement of an increase in tuition fees to £9,535 may seem like a small patch for a much...
How Creating University Cold Spots Impacts Disadvantaged Communities
Many people argue that there are too many individuals attending university, but I believe that the issue lies with our economy not creating enough jobs for these graduates. Instead of focusing on the quantity...
University Tuition Fee Increase in England: Impact on Students and Families
University tuition fees in England are set to increase to £9,535 for the upcoming academic year. This rise, approved by the government due to financial challenges in the university sector, will impact new students...
English Schools Should Embrace ‘Difficult’ Pupils, Says Ofsted Chief
Schools should not reject "difficult" students in fear of affecting their overall results, according to Ofsted's chief inspector of schools, Sir Martyn Oliver. He emphasized the importance of inclusivity in schools and stated that...
Angela Rayner talks about strengthening UK-US special relationship in call with JD Vance
Angela Rayner, the deputy prime minister, recently had a conversation with JD Vance, the US vice president-elect, discussing ways to strengthen the UK-US special relationship in the upcoming administration of Donald Trump. Rayner expressed...
Maximizing Tuition Revenue: How English Universities Can Benefit from Fee Increases
The government announced an increase in undergraduate tuition fees in England, with new students starting university next fall and existing students in their second and third years being affected. However, some universities may not...
Labour’s Tuition Fee Increase: A Test of Students’ Faith
It was always going to be a challenge for the Labour government to navigate the issue of tuition fees. After promising to abolish them, Keir Starmer's team recently announced an increase just months after...
Mel Stride Named Shadow Chancellor and Priti Patel Shadow Foreign Secretary in Kemi Badenoch’s...
Kemi Badenoch, the newly appointed Tory leader, has put together a strong Conservative frontbench team aimed at uniting the party. Mel Stride has been named as the shadow chancellor, while Priti Patel has been...
Prioritizing Help for Poorer Students: The Key to University Fee Hikes
The recent announcement of a tuition fee hike for English students has sparked concerns about the impact on poorer students. The financial crisis facing universities has led to the decision to raise fees in...
Addressing Misogyny in Primary Schools: London Mayor’s Urges Action
London Mayor Sadiq Khan is taking a stand against misogyny in primary schools by urging teachers to address the harmful influence of individuals like Andrew Tate. Khan emphasizes the importance of teaching children about...