What would make neonatal units safer for babies? | Letters
We often hear of hospital scandals where trusts are intent on preserving their reputations, internal inquiries go nowhere, defensive clinical staff deflect blame on to others, non‑disclosure to patients of errors and…
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Adult Education Is an Investment, Not a Cost, That Has Far Reaching Benefits for Society
That is the clear message from a new parliamentary inquiry into adult education. On 21 October, the All-Party Parliamentary Group (APPG) on Further Education and Lifelong Learning launched its adult education inquiry…
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Shamonda virus detected in human for first time in France
Shamonda virus is a type of bunyavirus and is spread by bites from infected midges. According to the Austrian Agency for Health and Food Safety , in animals such as cattle, sheep and goats it can cause diarrhoea, lack of…
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The Write Steps: University of Sunderland and Bloomsbury Publishing inspire future creatives
The Write Steps: Careers in Writing and Publishing, which took place at Culture House Sunderland on Wednesday 21 October, gave budding writers and publishing hopefuls the opportunity to learn more about writing and…
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Exeter College and GWR celebrate 10 years of apprenticeship success
Since the partnership began in 2016, 920 people across the South and South West have enrolled on an Exeter College and GWR apprenticeship, with many progressing into railway careers in customer service, train driving…
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Perfectionist students are more likely to develop depression and anxiety
The study found that students who experience perfectionism discrepancy will lead to increased anxiety levels. This is linked to the fact that they feel what they do isn’t good enough, their performance doesn’t align with…
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London Interdisciplinary School joins emlyon as the French institution expands its presence in London
A shared ambition to redefine higher education for a complex world By joining emlyon, LIS becomes part of an internationally recognised higher education institution while preserving the distinctive interdisciplinary…
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First human case of Shamonda virus detected in France, officials say
Health officials said it was an "exceptional case in a severely immunocompromised patient" and there was currently no risk to the public. Shav is a disease that primarily affects cattle and can be spread by infected…
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Newtown Fashion & Textiles Academy Celebrates Sustainable Fashion Week 2026
As part of the Newtown Sustainable Fashion Week Hub, the academy worked alongside Textile Junkies, local makers, and community partners to deliver a week of inspiring hands-on workshops for both the public and full-time…
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Bradford Artist and Chef Swaps Creative Career for Joinery Apprenticeship at 39
The 2026 intake of two apprentice joiners, two apprentice plumbers, one apprentice electrician and one apprentice gas engineer were selected from 1,316 applicants for the six roles. For new apprentice joiner Sonia…
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