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Why it is so hard to estimate the number of victims of modern slavery in the UK

How many people in the UK are victims of modern slavery? At present, we don’t actually know. There is no consensus on the answer to this question, despite the wide interest in finding it, and the tools and data to do so.

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Many families may not feel welcome at library storytimes – here’s how to ensure everyone benefits from them

Research shows that children who have books in their home and who talk about stories or learn letters with their families, are more likely to do well at school – not only in literacy but across the board. And these effects are crucial and long-lasting: they can still be seen…

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There’s a class gap in access to careers in the arts – innovative skills education could help

The creative industries are of vital importance to the UK economy, accounting for £115.9 billion in 2019. It’s estimated that film and high-end television production alone – one of the UK’s fastest growing industries – will require between 15,130 and 20,770 additional full-time equivalent employees by 2025.

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Why building new towns isn’t the answer to the UK’s housing crisis

The UK’s new government is intent on building 1.5 million homes over the next five years. It’s all part of the plan to address the housing supply and affordability crisis.

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Some artificial sweeteners are forever chemicals that could be harming aquatic life

With so much health advice to avoid excessive sugar in our diets to reduce risks obesity and tooth decay, some people choose to use artificial sweeteners as an alternative in hot drinks and recipes.

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Michelle Donelan case highlights perils for politicians who pick fights online

Some of the Tories’ ‘anti-woke warriors’ seem unaware that protection of speech in parliament does not extend to social media

The Guardian - UK

Taxpayers foot the bill after academic’s libel action against UK minister

Michelle Donelan had urged Research England to cut ties with a member of its advisory group over alleged Hamas support

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UK science minister apologises and pays damages after academic’s libel action

Michelle Donelan had accused two members of Research England’s advisory group of ‘sharing extremist views’ in letter to UKRI

The Guardian - UK

UK research funding body in row with ministers over free speech and Gaza

Science minister Michelle Donelan requests UKRI cuts links with two members of panel she accuses of promoting extremist views

The Guardian - UK

Dark patterns: how online companies strive to keep your money and data when you try to leave

Have you signed up to an online service for a free trial, decided it isn’t for you, but still ended up paying for it months – or even years – later? Or tried cancelling a subscription, and found yourself giving up during the painstaking process? If so, there’s a good…

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Police can’t end human trafficking alone but this might

To end modern slavery will mean more than relying on police and the courts. Early intervention could be the solution.

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£3.9m funding pot secured to provide world-leading research expertise for region's policymakers

University of Hull and LEP welcome success with Research England grant

Birmingham Post

Take Off: Brit Uni With Own Runway Gets $3.8 M To Develop Low Carbon Planes

A British University that started life as an aircraft development college and is the only European university with its own airport is heading back to its roots after getting a 3.1 million pounds ($3.8 million) investment to carry out sustainable aviation research.

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