The UK university free speech rules are set to be strengthened as England’s higher education regulator moves to address growing concerns over foreign influence on academic institutions. The Office for Students (OfS) has announced plans to introduce a “statement of expectations” aimed at ensuring universities uphold freedom of speech and…
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England School Mobile Phone Ban to Become Law Under New Government Amendment
The UK government is set to make the England school mobile phone ban a legal requirement as part of efforts to pass major child protection legislation. Ministers have confirmed they will introduce an amendment to the Children’s Wellbeing and Schools Bill that will place existing guidance on mobile phone restrictions…
Falling School Enrolment in England Raises Funding Concerns for Education Sector
The issue of falling school enrolment in England is becoming a major concern for the education sector, as declining birthrates continue to reduce pupil numbers across primary schools. A new report by the National Audit Office (NAO) warns that this demographic shift could lead to a funding shortfall of more…
UK International Education Strategy Aims to Boost Education Exports to £40 Billion
The UK government has announced fresh efforts to strengthen its global education presence through its updated UK international education strategy, with a strong focus on expanding education exports and building international partnerships. A newly formed Education Sector Action Group is set to hold its first meeting on 23 April, marking…
LAUSD Introduces New Student Screen Time Policy for Healthier Classrooms
The Los Angeles Unified School District (LAUSD), the second-largest school district in the United States, has approved a major new policy aimed at reducing excessive student device use in classrooms. The school board voted 6-0 on Tuesday to introduce limits on digital device use, making the new student screen time…
HSBC Hong Kong School Fee Perk Under Review Amid Cost Overhaul
HSBC is reportedly reviewing one of its long standing employee benefits in Hong Kong as part of a broader restructuring effort under chief executive Georges Elhedery. The bank is considering changes to its school fee subsidy for bankers in the city, a perk that has become both financially significant and…
Native Hawaiian Health Scholarship Lawsuit Sparks Debate Over Equity in Healthcare
The lawsuit challenging the Native Hawaiian Health Scholarship has sparked a heated debate in Hawaii and throughout the United States about race-based education funding, health care and opportunity. The program, which has been providing scholarships to Native Hawaiian students for over 35 years, is being challenged by a conservative advocacy…
Welsh Senedd Election 2026 Puts Education at the Centre of Political Debate
The Welsh Senedd election 2026 is shaping up to be one of the most important political contests in recent years, with major parties offering sharply different visions for the future of Wales. As voters prepare to head to the polls next month, issues such as the NHS, education, tax, and…