UK has youth underclass, says Prince’s Trust

…Prince’s Trust of 2,300 people aged 16-24 suggested those from deprived backgrounds were three times more likely to say they will “end up on benefits”. Read the full BBC story….






Half of English children behind in their development

…their development, this highlights the role that reading buddy and number buddy schemes can play in primary schools. Read the full BBC story. ‘Time to Read’ literary intervention programme website….


CRB checks reduced in schools

Millions of people in England and Wales who work or volunteer with children and vulnerable adults will no longer need criminal record checks. Read the full BBC story. A major…


Employers can help social mobility

…has been declining in Britain since the 1950s. So what can the brightest young people from less privileged backgrounds do to break into the professions? Read the full BBC story….