Badenoch’s big gamble
Tories’ last throw of the dice Kemi Badenoch’s first conference speech as Conservative leader was delivered with poise, precision and an unmistakable sense.
Leadership
Politics
Politics
World Affairs
UK backs Lebanon study
Women’s role in politics examined The UK has supported the launch of a landmark study on women’s participation in Lebanese political parties, unveiled.
Education
Viewpoint
It’s time to re-write the curriculum
Teaching to the wrong test We are still running schools like factories from the industrial age – bell rings, children march in, knowledge.
Birmingham
Politics
Viewpoint
Brum politics at breaking point
One moment, Labour’s in full stride, running Europe’s largest council and preaching renewal and reform. The next, its councillors are walking out, its.
Birmingham
Life Sciences
Life sciences hub growing
Health Innovation West Midlands moves into PHTA in Selly Oak Health Innovation West Midlands (HIWM) is the latest tenant to move into a.
Defence
Politics
UK boosts satellite defences
New sensors to counter laser threats from hostile states Britain’s most vital satellites are set to receive high-tech protection under a new Ministry.
Education
Finance
Free breakfast clubs expanded
Half a million more children to benefit Half a million more children will get a healthy start to the school day as the.
Defence
Jobs
Tech
AI military asset management
Defence signs £320m deal for AI equipment New platform to transform how Armed Forces manage kit The Armed Forces are set to benefit.
People
UK backs Africa AI drive
New hubs and partnerships launched at G20 summit The UK has unveiled a package of new initiatives to support safe and inclusive artificial.
People
Politics
Viewpoint
Democracy is messy
The state can’t keep shrinking the square There’s something deeply troubling about the government’s latest plan to curb “repeat protests.” On the surface,.