Ann Widdecombe was a formidable politician who was never afraid to speak her mind and fought hard for what she believed.
Our thoughts are with her family and loved ones at this heartbreaking time.
Rest in peace, Ann.
Our new report, GCSE attainment: A decade without progress, shows a GCSE attainment gap that has barely changed in 10 years.
Only 2 in 10 pupils with dyslexia achieved grade 5 or above in GCSE English and Maths, compared with 5 in 10 of their peers.
This isn't about ability. It's about barriers.
SEND reform must deliver real change.
Read the full report: https://t.co/rGySZsjnVO
#Dyslexia #SEND #GCSE #Education
VEON Group will release its financial and operating results for second quarter and first-half at 08:00 GST on July 31, 2026.
Alongside a results conference call with VEON senior management at 17:00 GST on the same day, this cycle we invite investors and analysts to join us in person in New York at The Lotte New York Palace.
Whilst advance registration is required for physical attendance, the results conference call is available to access by:
💻 Registering to watch through webcast
▶️ Following the livestream on YouTube
💭 Submitting questions via Say Technologies
Find out more about joining us in person or online at https://t.co/QZG0WNQNXi
$VEON
Expanding access to modern digital financial services for millions across Ukraine, Pakistan, Uzbekistan, and Kazakhstan.
Under our new agreement, VEON will combine its digital ecosystems and customer reach with @Mastercard's global payments expertise, to accelerate financial inclusion and unlock new opportunities for millions of people and businesses.
Together, we'll help bring innovative services that have historically been limited or inaccessible in many of these markets, including:
✅ Digital wallets
✅ Data-driven credit scoring
✅ Merchant tools and payment solutions
✅ Faster, more affordable remittances
This partnership represents another step toward building more connected, inclusive, and digitally empowered economies across our markets.
Learn more: https://t.co/4rghc6nA1D
The UK and USA are the closest of allies, standing together in defence of freedom and democracy around the world.
To our American friends, Happy 250th Independence Day!
🇺🇸 A message from His Majesty The King to President Trump and the American people, as they mark 250 years of the United States Declaration of Independence.
To read His Majesty’s message in full, visit https://t.co/fKZVORz7rk.
As the USA celebrates its 250th anniversary, warm greetings on this Independence Day to Belfast and NI"s American community. Our links and friendship are long, cherished and enduring. @USSinNI 🇺🇸 🇬🇧 🇺🇸 🇬🇧
Advancing Kazakhstan’s AI ambitions requires strong partnerships and future-ready digital infrastructure.
Kaan Terzioğlu, Group CEO of VEON, met with Jaslan Mädiev, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Digital Development, Innovations and Aerospace Industry of Kazakhstan, to discuss opportunities to strengthen the country’s digital infrastructure and accelerate its AI ambitions under the Digital Qazaqstan Strategy 2029.
The discussion focused on AI-ready data centers, advanced connectivity, and the critical infrastructure needed to support innovation, cloud services, and sustainable economic growth. Through Beeline Kazakhstan, VEON is contributing to the Strategy’s objectives by investing in next-generation networks, digital platforms, and technologies that expand access to the opportunities of the digital economy.
As Kazakhstan advances its digital transformation, VEON remains committed to being a long-term partner in building the AI-ready infrastructure, connectivity, and digital capabilities that will drive innovation, strengthen economic competitiveness, and position the country as a leading digital hub for the region.
@Kaan_Terzioglu@_Beeline_kz
We're delighted to welcome Sir Brandon Lewis as Chair of JL Partners.
Sir Brandon brings exceptional experience across government, business and board leadership as we enter our next phase of growth. We're excited to have him on board.
As featured in @POLITICOEurope