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The focus on infrastructure distracts from what will truly make a difference — investment in the young
In Labour’s analysis, the idea is underpinned by an individualism that must be rejected
Augar review is the epitaph for May’s government: well intentioned but wrong-headed and indecisive
The longer this goes on, the more damaging it is to Britain, its reputation and the Tory party
Chequers plan lacks strong support, and the alternative options look unattractive
Pro-European Justine Greening makes demand in effort to break Westminster ‘stalemate’
Justine Greening dismisses ‘fudge’ of Chequers plan
‘Opportunity areas’ aim to improve educational attainment and social mobility
The reshuffle at education could mean taking another wrong turn on social mobility
Personnel changes are hampering the government’s gender pay gap initiative
Amber Rudd will not have enough time for new brief, say critics
Only 1% of companies have published difference in salaries between male and female staff
Education secretary Justine Greening says changes will ‘free up teachers’
New rules oblige UK employers, including government, to report differential
New training schemes in the UK aim to remedy decades of prejudice
Tackling a dysfunctional system is a brave move but needs refinement
UK education secretary says background, not talent, influences earning ability
Government action reduced teen pregnancies and its new intervention is welcome news
A focus on the gifted reverses two decades of policy continuity, writes Miranda Green
London will be a big loser in the budget shake-up, writes Kaye Wiggins
A by-election will emphasise divisions over the runway decision, writes Sebastian Payne
Radical reform includes concessions to appease fears over social division
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