The HSE Isn't Your Only Regulator Anymore

At the end of January 2026, a fundamental regulatory shift took place: the Building Safety Regulator (BSR) separated fro …

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10 Mar 2026, 16:18:20

The new DfE portal: It’s only half the story

The "Manage Your Education Estate" portal, which launched this month, marks a significant shift in how the Department fo …

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23 Feb 2026, 14:04:10

The Playground That Cried Wolf… Then Actually Broke

It started with a creak.Then a wobble. Then that slow-turning, side-eyed look that staff give when a bit of playground k …

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19 May 2025, 21:52:41

Back to Basics: Statutory Testing in Schools

Back to Basics: Statutory Testing in Schools Statutory testing is one of the most critical responsibilities for schools, …

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15 Jan 2025, 17:03:01