Beyond university: Why apprenticeships deserve a place on every student’s radar

For generations, the path after A-levels seemed almost predetermined: achieve good grades, secure a university place and spend three years working towards a degree before entering the world of work.

A lighter look at racism in Britain

An astute observer of British life once said: “If you see a white man dashing down the street, he is running to catch a bus. If it’s a black man sprinting, he must be running away from the police.”

As we approach the 50th celebration of International Literacy Day on Thursday 8 September, we are reminded of the importance of reading when it comes to ensuring children have the skills to reach their full potential. Yet last year alone over...

I am writing this having taken for granted that the decision emanating from the referendum, which I believe is the most democratic form of an electoral process, is the final will of the people and that the decision is legally binding.

Kashmir is a complex issue, thorn in good relations between two nuclear armed neighbours, although Kashmir is just pretext, main aim being making India a jewel in “Islamic Dominated States”.

I write on behalf of Janab Amil Saheb, Ibrahim B S Zaini, President of Anjuman e Saifee, Leicester to convey our deep sadness and sorrow at the Swadhaamgaman of His Holiness Shree Parmukhswami Maharaj.

In the face of deep cuts to social care funding, many disabled and older people are being denied the care and support they need to live independently and with dignity. As a result, everyday tasks that many of us take for granted such as washing,...



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