Birmingham school locks toilets, sparks parent fury
Shenley Academy in Birmingham will lock student toilets during lessons from January 12, requiring a pass. Parents call the rule 'disgusting' and a breach of human rights. Read the full story.
Shenley Academy in Birmingham will lock student toilets during lessons from January 12, requiring a pass. Parents call the rule 'disgusting' and a breach of human rights. Read the full story.
A 23-year-old student was blackmailed after sending intimate pictures online. Two people, including a Wolverhampton man, have been charged. Police urge victims to come forward.
Regional law firm Wilkin Chapman Rollits has been ranked in the 'Elite' top 10 of the Chambers Student 2026 Guide for trainee solicitor satisfaction. Discover why their training programme excels.
A new petition calls for the DWP to end state pension payments for retirees with incomes over £50,000, aiming to fund student tuition fees. Over 10,000 signatures needed for a government response.
Sarah Jayan, a 16-year-old from Ripon Grammar School, is campaigning for a seat in the UK Youth Parliament. She aims to improve school commutes, create social spaces, and support post-16 choices. Voting runs from mid-January to February.
Students at South Devon UTC in Newton Abbot used savvy budgeting to achieve their largest-ever foodbank collection for Teignbridge Homeless Action Today (THAT).
Ollie Drieu, a Manchester film student, is training to run 10k in under 40 minutes to raise funds for Francis House Children's Hospice. Follow his journey on JustGiving.
A financial expert reveals five simple New Year's resolutions that could help UK households save up to £8,950 in 2026. Master budgeting, cut waste, and curb impulse spending.
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.
Higham Lane School in Nuneaton remains shut after a targeted hack crippled its IT systems. Pupils get extra days off as technicians work to restore security. Read for updates.
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.
The Student Loans Company warns students of sophisticated scams targeting January maintenance payments. Learn the red flags and how to protect your money.
Analysis reveals workers earning up to £52,000 will be worst affected by a 'triple whammy' of tax and policy changes from the Autumn Budget. Discover the key impacts.
Nationwide Building Society reveals thousands received cash and perks. See how students and young members benefited from Fairer Share Payments and generous overdrafts.
Struggling with post-Christmas debt? Citizens Advice offers a vital 5-step plan for UK households to regain financial control, from budgeting to the Breathing Space scheme. Get help now.
A three-year freeze on the student loan repayment threshold could leave new graduates struggling with bills. The NUS warns it risks pushing repayments 'dangerously close' to minimum wage earnings.
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.
Birmingham councillors have refused plans for a 263-bed student block near New Street station, citing 'less than substantial' harm to historic buildings like the Town Hall.
Police searching for missing Loughborough University student Aryan Sharma, 20, have recovered a body from the River Soar. Formal identification is pending.
Birmingham's planning committee has refused a 263-bed student accommodation tower, fearing harm to historic buildings like the Town Hall. Read the full debate.
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.
Staff and students at Solihull Sixth Form College have raised more than £17,000 in 2025, supporting causes from West Africa to local health charities. Discover their incredible fundraising journey.
A major £119m deal will fund over 1,500 new student beds at Bristol's Brabazon new town by 2027, addressing housing demand. Read the full details on this key development.
A teenager from St Peter's Catholic School in Solihull has been arrested and bailed over alleged indecent images. Police and school are cooperating as the investigation continues.
The DWP confirms altered state pension payment dates in December due to Christmas bank holidays. Find out when your money will arrive to budget effectively.
A little-known timing strategy for claiming Universal Credit can align payments with your payday, simplifying budgeting. Learn the trick and expert advice on managing the five-week wait.
A Mercedes driver deliberately ploughed into students outside a Birmingham nightclub, a court hears. One victim suffered catastrophic injuries. Read the full trial details.