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Prime Minister announces social media ban for children under 16

Sir Keir Starmer has announced that the Government will prohibit social media access for children aged under 16, with measures expected to take effect later this year. The policy represents a significant intervention in digital safeguarding aimed at protecting young people from online harms.

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School Governor Food Standards Oversight Risks Governance Confusion
Schools Jun 15, 2026

School Governor Food Standards Oversight Risks Governance Confusion

Consultation respondents have warned that proposals requiring school governors to oversee food standards risk conflating strategic governance with operational management. The concerns highlight potential confusion over roles and responsibilities within school leadership structures.

Skills body governance under scrutiny as PeopleCert pursues £3m from ex-City & Guilds chiefs
Skills & Employment Jun 15, 2026

Skills body governance under scrutiny as PeopleCert pursues £3m from ex-City & Guilds chiefs

The new owner of City & Guilds is asking 'relevant authorities' to help recover £3 million in allegedly unauthorised bonuses paid to former executives. The case raises significant questions about corporate governance and financial oversight within major awarding bodies that local authorities rely upon for vocational qualifications and skills training.

Global Attacks on Education Surge 40% as 10,600 Students and Staff Harmed
Safeguarding Jun 15, 2026

Global Attacks on Education Surge 40% as 10,600 Students and Staff Harmed

Research by the Global Coalition to Protect Education from Attack reveals a 40% rise in violent incidents targeting education worldwide, with 8,556 attacks affecting learners and staff across 83 countries including Colombia, DRC, Ethiopia, Haiti, Palestine and Ukraine. The findings underscore the urgent need for robust safeguarding measures to protect children and educators in conflict zones.

DfE to publish college enrichment framework following curriculum review
Policy Jun 13, 2026

DfE to publish college enrichment framework following curriculum review

The Department for Education is set to release new enrichment goals for colleges this week, following a curriculum and assessment review that highlighted inconsistent quality across the sector. The framework aims to standardise expectations and improve the student experience in further education.

UK government announces £132.5m after-school clubs package
Education Jun 13, 2026

UK government announces £132.5m after-school clubs package

Funding for extracurricular activities comes as ministers prepare to introduce social media restrictions for under-16sThe government has announced a £132.5m funding package for after-school clubs as ministers prepare to introduce expected restrictions on social media use for under-16s.The programme...

DfE to publish new enrichment benchmarks for schools
Schools Jun 13, 2026

DfE to publish new enrichment benchmarks for schools

The Department for Education is preparing to introduce new enrichment benchmarks aimed at broadening the educational offer in schools. However, school leaders have raised immediate concerns regarding capacity and resources to meet these aspirational standards.

Pioneering UK Nerve Lab harnesses AI to map effect of children’s screen time
Education Jun 13, 2026

Pioneering UK Nerve Lab harnesses AI to map effect of children’s screen time

Other projects include developing tools to help visually impaired people navigate video games Parents are constantly being told to limit their children’s screen time. But when it comes to deciphering which films or TV shows are best suited to developing minds, the guidance remains largely one-size-...

Extending Online Safety Protections Beyond Social Media for All Children
Safeguarding Jun 13, 2026

Extending Online Safety Protections Beyond Social Media for All Children

The Children's Commissioner for England has urged the government to implement comprehensive online safety measures that protect children across all digital services, not solely social media platforms. This call emphasises banning harmful features and functionalities that pose risks to children online, extending protections currently considered for under-16s.

School Leaders Recognised in King’s Birthday Honours List
Schools Jun 12, 2026

School Leaders Recognised in King’s Birthday Honours List

Sixty professionals working in England's schools have been recognised in the King’s Birthday Honours for their outstanding contributions to education. The awards celebrate the dedication and leadership of headteachers, governors and school staff across the country.