Education

Oracy: The Lost Art Of Speaking Skills

The Unspoken Promise: Will Labour Champion the Lost Art of Oracy in England's Schools? Influential voices are mounting a campaign to hold Keir Starmer to a significant promise. Their goal is to see verbal and listening capabilities woven into the educational framework of schools across England. This movement’s supporters, including Michael Rosen, the author of…

July 25, 2025

Youth Hooked on Nicotine Pouches

White Lies: The Hidden Nicotine Epidemic Gripping Britain's Youth A small, teabag-like pouch, taken from a vibrant, circular container, is placed under a teenager's lip. For many young people across Britain, this is the new face of nicotine. Users chase a sensation so intense it can feel immobilising, an effect that is magnified when they…

July 24, 2025

Holiday Programs Too Costly For Families

Summer of Strain: Holiday Childcare Prices Soar Beyond £1,000 New data reveals a troubling reality for working parents across Britain. The typical price for a summer holiday program for one child has now climbed beyond £1,076, creating an immense financial load for families during the long vacation from school. This national figure, however, obscures major…

July 18, 2025