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BBC Politics5 May 2026

All of society must tackle 'crisis' of antisemitism, Starmer says

The PM hosts a summit of leaders from the police, arts and universities, after a spate of attacks against British Jews.

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BBC Politics28 Apr 2026

'Some form' of social media restrictions for under-16s, minister promises

Education Minister Olivia Bailey says the government will introduce “age or functionality restrictions”.

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BBC Politics21 Apr 2026

Unemployment rate unexpectedly falls as fewer students look for work

The drop has been largely driven by a rise in the number of people not actively seeking work.

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BBC Politics21 Apr 2026

Phones to be banned in schools by law in England under government plans

Education minister Jacqui Smith said the move would create "a clear legal requirement for schools".

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BBC Politics20 Apr 2026

Phones to be banned in schools by law in England, government says

Education minister Jacqui Smith said the move would create "a clear legal requirement for schools".

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BBC Politics20 Apr 2026

'Huge relief' as students given loans 'in error' get repayment reprieve

Approximately 22,000 weekend students had been told their courses were never eligible for student finance.

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BBC Politics20 Apr 2026

'Huge relief' as students given loans 'in error' get repayment reprieve

Approximately 22,000 weekend students had been told their courses were never eligible for student finance.

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BBC Politics13 Apr 2026

Sarwar puts NHS at heart of Scottish Labour's election pitch

The party has announced its plans for health, education and taxation ahead of next month's Holyrood election.

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BBC Politics13 Apr 2026

Sarwar puts NHS at heart of Scottish Labour's election pitch

The party has announced its plans for health, education and taxation ahead of next month's Holyrood election.

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BBC Politics13 Apr 2026

Deep-fried food banned in new plans for school dinners

Schools are being told to cut down on sugary desserts, and provide more vegetables and whole grains.

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BBC Politics12 Apr 2026

Deep-fried food banned in new plans for school dinners

Schools are being told to cut down on sugary desserts, and provide more vegetables and whole grains.

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BBC Politics7 Apr 2026

Schools in knife crime hotspots to get specialist training

A new partnership will provide training for school leaders about knife-crime risk, the government says.

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