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Alternative Student Finance – how we’re making student finance accessible to everyone

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Some people feel unable to use existing student loans due to their faith. This is most common among some Muslims because their religion prohibits engagement with interest, which is applied to all student loans. We want to make sure that …

Teacher strikes: Everything you need to know about the 2023/24 teacher pay award

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NOTE: This post was updated on 02/08/23 to acknowledge the latest developments. School teachers in England have been given a pay award of 6.5% as the Government accepted all the recommendations set out by the independent body advising on teacher …

Hot weather and heatwaves: guidance for schools and other education settings

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There are several ways that schools can make changes to keep children safe in hot weather, especially as children are more at risk of becoming ill with heat-related issues than adults.  The UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) has published updated guidance …