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In a recent Harold Wilson Lecture at the University of Huddersfield, former Secretary of State for Education and Employment Lord David Blunkett offered a compelling reminder of why higher education remains a cornerstone of personal and societal progress, especially as artificial intelligence reshapes the world of work. Drawing on his own experiences as a student […]
Introduction: A New Platform for Emerging Voices The University of Wolverhampton has announced the launch of its inaugural Young Person’s Writing Award, a collaborative initiative with the Wolverhampton Literature Festival and the City Council’s Libraries Service. Aimed at writers aged 11 to 18 across the West Midlands, the award invites original, unpublished work that responds […]
The University of Wolverhampton has once again demonstrated its commitment to widening participation by retaining a top‑three position in the 2025 English Social Mobility Index. This achievement highlights the institution’s ongoing work to support learners from disadvantaged backgrounds and to ensure that higher education remains a genuine route to opportunity and long‑term success. In this […]
Ahead of the clocks springing forward on 29 March, a new comprehensive review led by researchers at the University of Kent has reignited the debate over whether the United Kingdom should abandon Daylight Saving Time (DST). The study, published in the European Journal of Epidemiology, analysed 157 studies from 36 countries and found that the […]
Lancaster University has once again demonstrated its strength in the humanities and social sciences, with its Linguistics programme securing the second position globally in the latest QS World University Rankings by Subject 2026. This achievement places Lancaster’s Linguistics department ahead of nearly every other institution offering similar programmes, and it is accompanied by strong showings […]
Bring the Family to Campus in the City – A Free Day of Discovery in Morecambe Lancaster University is bringing its popular Campus in the City festival back to Morecambe this Easter, offering a full day of free, hands-on activities for families. The event takes place on Friday 10 April, from 10.30am to 4pm at […]
Breaking the Solitary Shark Myth: Social Lives of Bull Sharks Uncovered Sharks have long been portrayed as solitary predators, but groundbreaking research from Lancaster University and its partners reveals a surprising truth: bull sharks form complex social relationships and actively choose their companions, much like humans do. This fascinating study, conducted over six years at […]
Scientists at Aberystwyth University are spearheading a groundbreaking project to enhance the accuracy and reliability of space weather forecasting. This initiative, led by Professor Huw Morgan from the Department of Physics, aims to unlock the secrets of the Sun’s magnetic field, particularly within its outer atmosphere, the corona. Understanding the Challenge of Space Weather Prediction […]
Understanding the Barriers to SME Green Transition in London Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) form the backbone of London’s economy, accounting for 99% of all businesses in the UK. However, a recent report from Middlesex University reveals a stark reality: less than 1% of the UK’s five million SMEs have accessed public green energy support […]
Addressing the UK’s Critical Nuclear Skills Shortage Through New PhD Opportunities Lancaster University is set to play a pivotal role in addressing the UK’s urgent shortage of nuclear engineering and scientific expertise through a major new government investment. The university will deliver a new generation of talented nuclear sector engineers, scientists, and researchers, creating more […]
