It has been reported by The Sunday Times that the Government is considering plans to remove the 50% admissions cap on new faith schools in England. This would mean that they would no longer have to offer a proportion of their places to children who do not follow their religion but would instead be able… Read more »
The Medical Defence Union (MDU) has appointed Dr Caroline Fryar as professional services director to lead the team guiding, supporting, and defending healthcare professionals with ethical and medico-legal issues. Dr Fryar has worked at the MDU for seventeen years in various roles, most recently as director of medical services. She was previously a GP. Caroline… Read more »
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A record number of Scottish pupils are receiving their exam results today, although pass rates for Highers have fallen for the first time in four years. Figures from the Scottish Qualifications Association (SQA) show the number of people getting their Highers – the equivalent of English A-levels – dropped from 71.2 per cent last year… Read more »
The speed limits on thousands of rural roads across England and Wales could be cut by up to 20 miles per hour under new guidance issued by the government. The Department of Transport (DfT) has called on all local authorities to review their local speed limits within the next five years to take into account… Read more »
