Teacher banned for life after child sex abuse convictions
Peter Jenkins, a former teacher from Solihull jailed for sickening sex attacks on young girls, has been banned from the profession for life. Read the full report.
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Ex-Traitor Paul Gorton's recruitment strategy revealed
Ex-Traitor Paul Gorton names the weakest players Stephen and Rachel should target for recruitment in the hit BBC show. Get his exclusive insight ahead of episode four.
Teacher Strikes: 20 Schools Hit Over 9 Days in Jan 2026
NEU members at Arthur Terry Learning Partnership confirm nine days of strike action in January 2026, affecting 20 schools. Parents warned of disruption and possible closures.
50 new jobs created in North Tyneside by insurer AND-E
Global insurer AND-E is creating 50 new jobs at its North East base in Quorum Business Park, as it brings fleet claims handling in-house. The expansion will see its Newcastle claims centre double in size.
Teachers banned for child abuse keep pensions
Exclusive: Over 150 teachers barred for sexual misconduct since 2015, yet none have lost their taxpayer-funded pensions. Calls grow for urgent government action.
Birmingham Law Firm Triples Team with Top Talent
FBC Manby Bowdler, part of Adeptio Law Group, nearly triples its Birmingham legal team with five new partners from Top 200 firms, marking a major recruitment drive. Discover the ambitious expansion plans.
MPs to debate four-day school week petition
MPs will debate a petition signed by thousands demanding a four-day school week to tackle teacher burnout. The government opposes the move, citing childcare and economic impacts.
Five West Midlands Teachers Banned for Misconduct
Five teachers from Birmingham and the West Midlands have been indefinitely banned from the classroom following proven misconduct, including inappropriate contact with pupils. Read the full details.
Visuna sees market recovery after 2025 restructure
Global recruitment specialist Visuna reports early signs of market recovery following a strategic restructure. The employee-owned firm saw turnover rise to £109.5m despite profit dips. Read the full analysis.
Paid Armed Forces Gap Year Scheme to Launch in 2026
Teenagers will be offered paid gap years with the UK armed forces from 2026, as part of a new 'whole of society' defence strategy. Discover how the scheme works and who can apply.
Union Chief: Gov Must Focus on Cost-of-Living in 2026
TUC leader Paul Nowak urges the Government to prioritise living standards in 2026, warning of political consequences. Survey reveals one in five skip meals daily.
Midlands Dance Teacher Jailed for Pupil Sex Offences
A former Midlands dance instructor has been imprisoned after pleading guilty to sexual offences against students. She exploited her position to groom victims, causing lifelong trauma. Read the full story.
Ex-dance teacher jailed for student sexual assaults
Gregory Pichery, a former dance teacher, has been sentenced to four years in prison for sexually assaulting male students. The offences occurred between 2004 and 2019. Police urge other potential victims to come forward.
12 Ways to Care This Christmas Initiative Launched
Barchester Healthcare launches a national campaign with 12 practical tips to support vulnerable people this festive season, highlighting the vital work of carers.
Jailed teacher faces permanent ban from classrooms
Rebecca Joynes, jailed for six-and-a-half years for sexual activity with pupils, could be banned from teaching for life after a conduct panel ruled her actions caused 'enormous damage'.
Advocacy charity POhWER seeks new trustees
POhWER, a major UK advocacy charity, is recruiting new trustees to help shape its future strategy and empower more people facing illness or exclusion. Find out how to apply.
Schools urged to trial four-day week to help teachers
Campaigners call for four-day school week trials in England and Wales to address teacher workload and retention crisis. Could a shorter week boost wellbeing and results?
Talentheads Founder Sam Spoors on Business & Recruitment
Sam Spoors, founder of Morpeth-based Talentheads, shares her journey from corporate recruitment to building a 10-strong team. Discover her insights on sector evolution, work-life balance, and why the North East business community is second to none.
AJP Recruitment Wins Fastest Growing Small Business Award
AJP Recruitment has been named the North East's Fastest Growing Small Business of the Year. Discover how their steady, sustainable approach powered their remarkable rise.
Cardiff Health Board Freezes Recruitment Amid 350 Job Cuts
Cardiff and Vale University Health Board faces criticism from 300 senior doctors over recruitment freeze targeting 350 job cuts. Read the full investigation into the healthcare crisis.
Teacher faked cancer and death, still teaching children
Lara Simpson, struck off for faking cancer and her own death, is reportedly still teaching children privately. Discover the shocking details of her elaborate deception.
Teacher fined for giving pupil alcohol and card
Science teacher Richard Pugh fined after giving a pupil a Christmas card signed with a kiss and a Malibu cocktail. The 41-year-old is now jobless and subject to a restraining order.
Police recruitment decision ruled unlawful in court
High Court judge declares Staffordshire Police Commissioner's decision to hire temporary chief constable unlawful following legal challenge. Read the full ruling details.
Teacher banned after telling student he loved her
Elliott Smith, 50, has been prohibited from teaching indefinitely after sending inappropriate emails to a student at Belper School. Read the full investigation details.
Teacher banned for sexual communication with child
Louise Greaves, 43, is indefinitely banned from teaching after pleading guilty to sexual communication with a male pupil. Discover the full details of the case and the panel's ruling.
Key North East appointments fuel business growth
From retail to law, discover the latest executive moves and graduate hires shaping the future of North East business. Meet the leaders driving regional ambition.
Aldi urges jobseekers to apply for 2,500 store roles
Aldi is urging Brits to apply for 2,500 store jobs as UK unemployment rises to 5%. Roles offer market-leading pay and paid breaks. Apply now for festive roles.
Halifax customers hit with duplicate withdrawal shock
Thousands of Halifax banking customers are reporting duplicate cash withdrawals draining their accounts overnight. The major banking glitch has left families struggling to pay bills as the bank scrambles to fix the error.
DWP could force 100,000 innocent Brits to repay benefits
Exclusive investigation reveals the Department for Work and Pensions is using controversial 'random sampling' to demand benefit repayments from thousands who've done nothing wrong.
Burslem Town Centre Faces Critical Heritage Threat
Heritage campaigners sound alarm as Burslem's historic town centre faces being added to England's 'at risk' register, with iconic buildings deteriorating and urgent action needed to save Stoke-on-Trent's mother town.
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