Young people’s wellbeing falls sharply after starting secondary school Manchester research finds

Most young people in the UK experience a sharp decline in their wellbeing during their first years at secondary school regardless of their circumstances...

The University of Manchester to open new smart robotics campus

The University of Manchester is launching a new specialist multi-disciplinary centre to explore developments in smart robotics through the lens of artificial intelligence (AI)...

Hard-hitting play warns children about County Lines exploitation

Children across Greater Manchester have watched a compelling play warning them about criminal exploitation from county lines organised crime groups. Greater Manchester’s Programme Challenger –...

Manchester schools go to the top of the class for water efficiency

A group of schools across Manchester have gone to the top of the class when it comes to water efficiency. United Utilities has worked in...

New project launches to combat inequalities in education

The University of Manchester and Tutor Trust have joined forces to launch a new research-based social justice project which seeks to combat inequalities in...

UA92 Chief Executive meets MPs to address education inequalities exacerbated by cost of living...

Over 80 MPs and business leaders gathered in the House of Commons on Wednesday (26 October 2022) for a Parliamentary gathering to discuss how...

Research shows impact of Greater Manchester Universities as Civic University Agreement reaches milestone

Research has shown the impact of Greater Manchester’s universities on the city region, its people, and businesses, one year on from the signing of...

New Children’s Social Work Academy launched in Oldham

The Academy will offer those looking to get into social work a way into the profession whilst also giving further training to existing social...

New programme of free events for people curious about teaching as a career comes...

A national recruitment campaign is coming to the North West to encourage young people starting out in the world of work and those considering...

Major study shows that 80 per cent of pupils say academic progress suffered due...

A staggering 80% of young people say their academic progress has suffered as a result of the pandemic and half report feeling less motivated...