So are they not allowed to change their minds in a later stage? This is to be withdrawing youngsters from knowledge and completely underestimating their freedom of choice schools preach. This doesn't stimulate youngsters to enjoy studying, to pursue their desires. Back to Dr. Pam's article:

This is a must read from @drpam.bsky.social ! In my opinion, I like what Greens are proposing. I have my doubts about the curriculum for excellence. I am glad Dr Pam raised a doubt about it. Giving Head Teachers liberty to 'design' the strategy of the course is not good, in my experience (1)

A summary of the offer for education in all the Scottish manifestos relating to next week’s elections. I think this might be of interest to all UK voters, as the ethos can clearly be traced across the different perspectives into the core philosophies of the various parties #EduSky

Once again, so very interesting how the some of most common uses for cryptocurrency is for cyber crime or for fraud, isn't it?

OK, ok - that’s funny. King Charles educating Trump on what class looks like. 👌

Useful…

"unyielding resolve is needed for the defence of Ukraine and her most courageous people – in order to secure a truly just and lasting peace" Whatever you think of the institution or the man, there's no denying that King Charles did the UK proud with his speech today. www.bbc.co.uk/news/live/c4...

I'm not a monarchist, but King Charles reminding the US Congress of the value of democracy, human rights, checks on executive power, respect between religious faiths, peace between nations, the reality of climate change & the horrors of fascism is almost enough to make me one.

The King nails speech to Congress - I expected the gentle humor, refs to shared history, values, NATO, Ukraine, 9/11 etc - but surprised by his VERY pointed remarks about exec power being subject to checks and balances, and democracy not the will of one [person]. Wow, www.cnn.com/2026/04/28/u...

I don’t think that’s a resigning offence. I do think it’s an opportunity for senior ministers to make it clear to Starmer he needs to stop consulting in silos. It might have worked at the CPS under the beady eye of Jack Straw, but Westminster is different.

Watching this live, it seems fairly obvious that Emily Thornberry thinks McSweeney tweaked clerical processes around the US Ambassador appointment to favour Mandelson. Ed Davey has said publicly the incoming US administration wanted Mandelson. Again it seems, lack of political instinct from Starmer.

It’s Roo I’m worried about. They are going to leave him there!

Here's a school-night adaptation of the classic military marching song "The British Grenadiers" (popular in both 18th c. Britain and the colonies) wishing #KingCharles luck on his #statevisit - we're calling it: "The British King is Here!" 🥁 youtu.be/5gwB0i0HyB8 #royalfamily #USUKRelations

This is how it started. I think the rest of this decade will be focused on picking over the wreckage and considering what is worth salvaging and how. And coming to a fair agreement with those currently saddled with interest-grifting student loans. #AcademicSky

They think we are all stupid. 🤬

"Universities should be required by legislation to present young people with a more honest, nuanced story about the relative costs and benefits of undertaking the specific degree they have applied for..."

This is how it started. I think the rest of this decade will be focused on picking over the wreckage and considering what is worth salvaging and how. And coming to a fair agreement with those currently saddled with interest-grifting student loans. #AcademicSky

Yes. And I think international leaders are beginning to grasp this, too.

No direct negotiations usually means a lengthy conflict.

I think it's certainly true that social media has given people with some pretty nasty views a platform they didn't have before, and emboldened them. It has also enabled them to get together for demos and riots much more easily and effectively.

There is a very knotty question underlying the humour… in Victorian Britain, there was a real fear amongst the upper classes that the vote was being extended to people who were not educated enough to choose wisely. Obviously this view is problematic, too. But… is there some truth in the jest below?

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This is a worrying picture of modern life for young people. The only comprehensive way to deal with this is to change the devices legally available for ‘in pocket’ use by under 16s.

"They perceive us, frankly, like we perceive them – as ill-informed, dangerously manipulated by propaganda, and a threat." By Claire Jones -

“Reform plagued by vetting issues” Candidates found to have “grotesque” views. Come on. It’s not the vetting, is it. It’s the party. Whatever they do, they’ll always attract the racists, homophobes, misogynists and haters. Because that’s Farage. That’s Reform. www.independent.co.uk/news/uk/poli...

Happy Earth Day!💚 #Pinks 🌎

Good call. My brother (along with many others) died on the day of Johnson’s infamous ‘Secret Santa Party.’ The Mandelson affair is a tangle of poor judgement, probable toadying (who was it who wanted Mandelson in Washington 🤔) and a bunch of ‘right men’ behaving like prats. There is no comparison.

Good call. My brother (along with many others) died on the day of Johnson’s infamous ‘Secret Santa Party.’ The Mandelson affair is a tangle of poor judgement, probable toadying (who was it who wanted Mandelson in Washington 🤔) and a bunch of ‘right men’ behaving like prats. There is no comparison.

Modern childhood in too many places today 😢

Having worked in Westminster as a young, very junior assistant 40 years ago, all this tells me is that nothing much has changed. And that Starmer clicked right back in there from his days as the boss of the CPS. It’s not really about these individuals, but whether we are now ready for change.

Well this is interesting, isn’t it?

Left to right, Finn born Autumn 2025, Katie 2008-24 and Sally 2008-2022. In a world that has changed so much over this time (and frequently, not for the better) we cherish the continuity we get from our dogs! #DogsOfBlueSky

Left to right, Finn born Autumn 2025, Katie 2008-24 and Sally 2008-2022. In a world that has changed so much over this time (and frequently, not for the better) we cherish the continuity we get from our dogs! #DogsOfBlueSky

#EduSky #AcademicSky this thread is an excellent discussion of the attrition of independent learning and abstraction skills. I retired from HE teaching just before Covid, and had observed this happening from around 2010 onwards. First iPhone: 2007. Coincidence? 🤔

#EduSky #AcademicSky this thread is an excellent discussion of the attrition of independent learning and abstraction skills. I retired from HE teaching just before Covid, and had observed this happening from around 2010 onwards. First iPhone: 2007. Coincidence? 🤔

Just a professor standing in front of BlueSky demoralized because exams my students used to get a mean of 83% on prior to 2020 are now failed in large numbers. It seems that their ability to APPLY concepts to new contexts/domains has all but disappeared. I love these students & I am worried.

Why does anyone vote for these people? 🤯

Two Sunday mornings many years apart. Katie 2008-2024 on the right, Finn, born Autumn 2025 on the left. In the contemporary world of rapid and often worrying change, dogs give us continuity. #DogsOfBlueSky.

This.

When the world gets too complicated, there is always Finn… and mud. #DogsOfBlueSky.

Alternatively the petition could be re-written amend whatever legislation that decides how former PMs are remunerated. Maybe along the lines of receipt of this allowance is dependant upon…… And may be revoked if behaviour etc etc etc. Who knows I bet there’s a few MPs who would lend support.

Some of these agencies will consist of a web of private providers who are maximising their profits and giving the most basic services they can get away with. This needs to be brought to the public’s attention. Naming individuals may deflect from this.

Looks like we’re bankrolling Liz Truss to whiz around the world supporting far right initiatives for the rest of her life, fellow Brits. I wonder how much she will end up being paid for each day in office, in the end?

In NSW, 10-year-olds are sent to prison. That is too young. Carlie from the Cottage is one of the leaders featured in this series of videos - saying that raising the age of criminal responsibility in NSW is an opportunity to do better for kids and communities.

For all our mutual followers on what was EduTwitter: Chris is on BlueSky now and will have a new book ‘Coda’ published later this year. I’ve recently read a draft and can highly recommend. #EduSky #AcademicSky

Lovely people, these Reform UK candidates for the upcoming election, and great to know they're on our side.

Could MattGPT face scrutiny under the UK’s ‘proceeds of crime’ law? The British right is awash with money from Orban thinktanks…which Hungary’s new PM says was stolen. Brilliant deep dive into Orban’s vast UK network by @McCoolingtons for @thenerve_news. 👏

NEW: Keir Starmer responds to Donald Trump’s threat to row back on trade deal the US signed with UK last year, amid sharp differences with White House on US approach to Iran conflict.