Eight officers from Durham Constabulary suspended pending investigation into alleged misconduct during off-duty holiday in Spain. The force's professional standards department is leading the probe.
Professor Joseph Keddie receives the Sir Eric Rideal Award for his distinguished career in colloid science. He will deliver a keynote lecture in April 2026. Registration is now open.
Aston University students partner with PFE Medical to develop biodegradable gloves for the NHS from orange peel, tackling a 1.4 billion-unit waste issue. Read the full story.
A Cambridge researcher is using a £99,965 grant to analyse genetic clues in benign growths, aiming to save lives by distinguishing harmless lumps from deadly cancers. Read about the breakthrough.
University of Derby offers exclusive personal statement advice days before the UCAS deadline. Open Day on 10 Jan provides crucial support for Birmingham applicants.
County Durham's Kromek lands a £6m funding deal with HSBC UK to scale production and fuel R&D in its medical imaging and security detection sectors. Discover the growth plans.
An Aston University student co-created a virtual Birmingham on Roblox, attracting over 26 million plays. Discover the city's iconic landmarks reimagined and the surprise international fanbase.
Emma Corbin, 18, receives a £2,700 educational award from the Oddfellows friendly society to support her Geography degree at Durham University. Discover how the funding helps.
A major UK study is sending finger-prick test kits to 150,000 Leeds households to screen children for lead exposure. Led by Northumbria University, it aims to transform national monitoring.
A fire at Queen's Medical Centre's Emergency Department forced an evacuation on Friday night. The department was fully operational by Saturday afternoon with no casualties.
Professor Nishan Canagarajah, President of the University of Leicester, receives a knighthood in the 2026 King's New Year Honours for his transformative work in higher education and inclusion.
Edge Hill University reflects on a landmark 2025, celebrating student achievements, award-winning research, and campus milestones that strengthened its community. Discover the year's highlights.
Professor Nishan Canagarajah, President of the University of Leicester, receives a knighthood for his transformative work in higher education and championing inclusion. Discover his remarkable journey.
Ann-Marie Riley, Chief Nurse at University Hospitals of North Midlands NHS Trust, receives an OBE for exceptional nursing leadership and patient care. Discover her impact.
Louisa Williams, a peer worker at EPUT, uses her own mental health journey to support patients. Discover how lived experience is reshaping care in Essex.
County Durham's MGL Group reports strong growth with turnover reaching £171.3m and operating profit hitting £27m. The firm is investing in green tech and positioning for future success.
NHS bosses launch a full investigation and apologise after a body was wrongly released from a Glasgow hospital mortuary, leading to the wrong cremation. Read the full story.
County Durham wellness brand Glow is creating 50 new jobs with five new stores planned for 2026, starting with a Newcastle city centre opening. Discover the multimillion-pound investment plans.
A homeless burglar who woke two students by standing over their bed with a knife has been jailed for 45 months. Read the full story of the terrifying Staffordshire incident.
Edge Hill University's care-experienced students received special Christmas hampers from the Halle O'Brien CIC. Discover how this heartfelt initiative brings festive cheer.
NatWest announces major partnerships with Manchester, Brighton, and York universities to support student entrepreneurs and spinouts. The bank aims for six more deals by 2027. Read how this boosts the UK economy.
Experts warn button batteries in toys and festive items can be fatal if swallowed. Hospital admissions have doubled in a decade. Learn the critical safety steps.
A 14-year-old fights for life and a 13-year-old is seriously hurt after a tractor overturned on a County Durham farm. Police appeal for witnesses.
Swansea University opens new voluntary exit schemes for staff as it seeks £25m in savings, with compulsory redundancies not ruled out. The UCU warns of potential industrial action.
Police searching for missing Loughborough University student Aryan Sharma, 20, have recovered a body from the River Soar. Formal identification is pending.
Edge Hill University appoints Professor Abigail Moriarty as Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Education & Students), bringing expertise in student experience and digital innovation from the University of Lincoln. Read more.
Five distinguished Edge Hill University law graduates returned to campus for an inspiring alumni panel, sharing career journeys and advice with current students. Discover the paths from degree to practice.
A 49-year-old man had a substance thrown in his face and a 44-year-old man was stabbed in a targeted morning assault in Ferryhill, County Durham. Police are appealing for witnesses.
A University of Birmingham graduate, who feared the pandemic ended her acting career, is now starring in Fiddler On The Roof at The Alexandra theatre. Her story is one of resilience and triumph.
County Durham's Filtronic announces a £7m order for high-performance components, boosting its position in the defence sector. The deal is expected to be worth £11m over two years.