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Four-Day School Week Pilots Urged in England

Campaigners urge the government to allow schools to trial a four-day week to address the teacher recruitment crisis. Share your views as a parent or teacher in England.

Experts Redefine 'Feminised Work' in Modern Economy

Academics from the University of Southern Denmark argue a feminist view shows pay and conditions are tied to gender definitions. They challenge right-wing narratives, urging for equitable change.

Calls for four-day week trial in UK schools

A campaign group urges the Education Secretary to let schools pilot a four-day week for teachers to boost recruitment and wellbeing. Read the latest on the debate.

UK Social Media Ban: A Parent's Guide

Expert advice for UK parents on navigating the emotional and practical challenges of the new social media ban for children under 16. Learn how to support your teen.

Parents Using AI for Difficult Child Conversations

New research reveals modern parents are embracing AI tools like ChatGPT for parenting advice, homework help, and discussing sensitive topics. Discover how families are navigating the digital age.

Democratic Party Shifts Toward Economic Populism

The Democratic Party is unifying around Bernie Sanders-style economic populism, with James Carville now advocating for a $20 minimum wage and universal childcare. This shift could help Democrats win back working-class voters.

WFH Heating Guide: Warmest Rooms Ranked

Discover which rooms retain heat best for remote workers facing rising energy bills. Our ranking reveals where to set up your home office to stay warm and save money this winter.

Edinburgh TV Festival could relocate from city

The prestigious Edinburgh TV Festival is considering leaving its historic home due to soaring costs and a drive to increase working-class representation in the television industry.

NHS Doctors' Strike: Veteran Exposes Pay Crisis

Retired consultant reveals junior doctors worked 80-100 hour weeks for 'pittance' as current strikes continue. Read why decades of being 'cheap labour' fuels NHS discontent.

HMRC child benefit errors cause parent distress

Parents reveal shocking stories of HMRC errors stopping child benefit payments based on incorrect data. Ukrainian refugees and British families face repayment demands for non-existent holidays.

Lords: Hybrid Work Can Help Disabled People into Jobs

A House of Lords committee urges the government to promote hybrid working in back-to-work initiatives to help disabled people and carers access employment. Discover how flexibility could fix Britain's worklessness crisis.

UK Parents Lack Time to Cook With Children

New research reveals 70% of UK parents don't cook with kids due to time constraints and mess fears. Discover how to build kitchen confidence and family bonds.

London Office Vacancy Hits 15-Year High

Central London's office vacancy rate soars to 15-year high as hybrid working and economic pressures reshape the capital's commercial landscape. Discover which areas are hardest hit.

Eddie Marsan attacks acting class divide

Acclaimed actor Eddie Marsan condemns British TV and film industry's obsession with upper-class actors taking working-class roles, calling it 'cultural appropriation'.

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