Most say they have seen no impact on applications for year 7 places, despite warnings from those against policy
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Josh MacAlister to remain as children’s minister in Burnham administratio
24th July 2026
Josh MacAlister has been reappointed as children’s minister in Andy Burnham’s government. The decision means he will continue to lead implementation of the children’s social
Who is Lucy Powell? 10 facts about the 10th education secretary in 10 years
24th July 2026
Lucy Powell has been appointed secretary of state for education by new prime minister Andy Burnham as he forms his first cabinet. Read the full
A smartphone ban in English schools is coming into force. What’s changing?
29th June 2026
Earlier this year, Education Secretary Bridget Phillipson wrote to head teachers to encourage them to follow guidance which says “all schools should be smartphone-free environments