United Kingdom: Education

Vicarious liability is a legal principle which means an employer can be held responsible for the wrongful acts of an employee where there is a sufficiently close connection...

Preparing schools for new security duties under the Terrorism (Protection of Premises) Act 2025.

Introduced in July 2021, the UK Graduate Visa route allows international students to remain in the UK after completing an eligible qualification. With the publication of the 2025 White Paper...

The proposal by the Labour party, before it came to power in 2024, to introduce Value Added Tax (VAT) on independent school fees sparked widespread debate in the UK.

3 March 2025 is a big day for children who will move to secondary school in September. 3 March 2025 is National offer day for primary school Year 6 children...

Explore options for employers developing an effective cancer prevention strategy, including education, screenings and lifestyle changes.

Academic integrity is becoming increasingly complex to navigate in the developing age of artificial intelligence, and with it, are growing concerns as to how students can utilise developing technologies.

Anti-Bullying Week 2024 focuses on raising awareness about various forms of bullying, including physical, verbal, and cyberbullying, while promoting kindness and respect. The campaign encourages proactive involvement from schools, parents, and communities to create a safer, inclusive environment.

This article outlines the key legal considerations for employers, schools, and academy trusts when offering work experience to children and young people. It highlights age restrictions, permitted types of work, working hours, and health and safety requirements, including safeguarding responsibilities. The article also covers the legal distinction between children (under 16) and young people (16-17), the role of local authority byelaws, and the importance of compliance with work permits and emp