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Policy 1 month ago

UK Minister Defends Changes to Student Loans Amid Mounting Criticism

The UK government has defended recent modifications to student loan terms, with Chief Secretary to the Treasury Lucy Rigby arguing that heavy public subsidies justify the changes. The minister told MPs that with fewer than half of young people attending university, the government must consider fairness to all taxpayers when reviewing the financing system.

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Adult Skills Funding 2026-27: Rates Frozen as Earnings Thresholds Rise
Policy Jun 10, 2026

Adult Skills Funding 2026-27: Rates Frozen as Earnings Thresholds Rise

The government has announced that adult skills funding rates will remain frozen for 2026-27, despite rising earnings thresholds that determine learner eligibility. This creates fresh pressure on further education budgets as providers face higher costs without additional per-learner funding.

Children's Reading for Pleasure Rises for First Time in Five Years
Schools Jun 10, 2026

Children's Reading for Pleasure Rises for First Time in Five Years

Research from a leading literacy charity reveals that over one-third of children and teenagers now enjoy reading in their spare time, marking the first increase in reading for pleasure in five years. The findings suggest a significant shift in attitudes towards books among young people.

Healthy diet costs 85% of income for poorest families as child obesity rises
Early Years Jun 10, 2026

Healthy diet costs 85% of income for poorest families as child obesity rises

New research reveals that families on the lowest incomes must spend 85 per cent of their disposable income to afford a government-recommended healthy diet. The findings coincide with increasing levels of obesity and tooth decay among Reception-aged children, highlighting the direct link between poverty and early childhood health outcomes.

Colleges secure £80m funding to expand defence skills training
Skills & Employment Jun 9, 2026

Colleges secure £80m funding to expand defence skills training

Three further education colleges have been awarded funding from an £80 million defence skills programme to create additional vocational course places and develop new specialist facilities for learners entering the defence sector.