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At Ninestiles, An Academy, where I work, I am often inspired by the talented, driven and ambitious girls I encounter on a daily basis. However,…
The UK Government’s Levelling Up White Paper becomes even more vital as we recover from the devastating effects of the Covid-19 pandemic. Many of the…
Universities are uniquely placed to support levelling up. It was good to see this recognised in the White Paper, especially their economic role and contribution…
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There is a lot to like in the Levelling Up White Paper and yet ultimately it disappoints by falling short of the strategy and solutions…
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