On Tuesday 30 June, the Government changed the eligibility criteria for the Future Fund, meaning that more start-ups and innovative firms can apply for investments. Changes to the scheme’s eligibility…
Suzi StephensonJune 30, 2020
Parliamentary Under-Secretary at the Department for Education answers question on student loneliness
On 26 June 2020, Vicky Ford MP, Parliamentary Under-Secretary of State for the Department for Education, answered a written question on loneliness amongst pupils in primary and secondary schools. In…
Suzi StephensonJune 30, 2020
On Friday 26 June 2020, TIGA, the trade association representing the video games industry, published an update on Parliamentary activity for the higher education sector. These include written questions on…
Suzi StephensonJune 26, 2020
On 25 June 2020, UCAS published data showing that there are currently more applicants holding a firm offer to start a course this autumn than at the equivalent point last…
Suzi StephensonJune 26, 2020
On 26 June 2020 the Government announced that seven major research and innovation projects across the UK will receive government and industry funding. Businesses and universities in Glasgow, Edinburgh, Belfast,…
Suzi StephensonJune 26, 2020
TIGA is encouraging individuals and SME's to respond to a survey, created by Behavioural Insights Limited in conjunction with DCMS, on child online safety. The survey is designed to gain…
Suzi StephensonJune 25, 2020
TIGA, the trade association representing the video games industry, has responded to the Migration Advisory Committee’s (MAC) consultation on the shortage occupation list, which primarily focuses on occupations at RQF…
Suzi StephensonJune 24, 2020
A report by the Social Mobility Commission, published on 24 June 2020, finds that most of the benefits of apprenticeships are going to more privileged learners, and that workers from…
Suzi StephensonJune 24, 2020
The Prime Minister has announced further changes to lockdown restrictions. The changes apply to England only and will come into place from Saturday 4 July 2020. Key changes include: The…
Suzi StephensonJune 23, 2020