AGP Executive Report
Last update: 13 minutes agoSchool Food Standards: England is set for major school-meals changes from September 2027, including limits on sugar and a ban on fried food, sparking fresh debate after years of campaigning. University Industrial Action: Scottish universities face a “crunch point” as UCU members at Edinburgh, Dundee, Glasgow Caledonian and Heriot-Watt prepare “unprecedented” strikes amid job-cut fears and funding pressure. Early Years Consultation Row: The Scottish Public Services Ombudsman says a Scottish Borders Council nursery consultation fell below expected standards, even though the planned nursery mothballing was reversed. Knife Crime in Schools: West Midlands Police data shows dozens of knife incidents linked to education settings, including cases involving very young pupils. Arts in Schools: Glasgow schools have been selected for 12-week creative residencies with award-winning authors, fully funded by the Julia Rausing Trust. Tech for Inclusion: A Malmesbury-based foundation-backed project saw an AI device for deaf travellers win a UK award. Student Safety & Support: A new WELL hub in Runcorn brings health, wellbeing and education services together, including adult maths and English. Student Pathways & Skills: A new push argues qualifications can become outdated fast, making lifelong learning essential.
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