Head of Impact and Strategy @SocialMobilityF. School Governor. Formerly of @AccessProject & @DurhamSU. Big fan of education, equality & Yorkshire. She/Her.
Why did Huw Edwards avoid prison?
Is this evidence of “two-tier justice”?
Let’s take a quick look. 🧵
TLDR: This is an entirely expected sentence for offences of this type.
Sutton Trust says the election "represents a sea change" in educational backgrounds of governing party.
Of the 650 MPs elected - 63% went to comprehensive schools, the highest proportion ever recorded. Figure is 73% among Labour MPs.
Johanita’s senseless killing shocked us all. I still remember the pain from her mother as I embraced &prayed with her in the aftermath of the stabbing. No parent should have to bury their child in such circumstances.
May her soul continue to rest in peace. https://t.co/vSfBv82mIm
Our new report on the impact of summer schools:
👉 95% of summer school applicants likely to pursue HE 🎓
👉 Summer schools may enhance confidence in fitting into university life 🤝
🔗 Read more: https://t.co/qgxxBqfGjX
"The killer facts from today's report: rent takes up 76% of the maximum maintenance loan, 100% of the average, and 176% of the minimum: so parental contribution is essential."
Director @nickhillman on panel to discuss the launch of new HEPI + @Unipol 10 Cities Rent Survey.
TODAY at Labour conference - I’m chairing a fab panel on Labour’s Opportunity Mission.
With perspectives from politics and business, an expert on the data & a young person with lived experience, we look forward to a rich discussion so do come along!
2.45, PLMR Policy Hub, ACC
I remember something very similar when I applied for student finance. It still makes me laugh when I enter 'triangle' as my favourite musical instrument
Not impressed by first raft of security qus on https://t.co/Maigf03cbc
All except one of these qus imply or indicate some kind of privilege (higher education, class, wealth). This really isn't good enough for a universal form on a universally used website.
❗ Calling all Think Tanks.
It’s time to act on social mobility.
From recruitment and selection to workplace culture, our Employer Index shows you how to boost your socioeconomic diversity.
Apply by 9th June 👇
https://t.co/e92dCv8iiC
❗The Social Mobility Employer Index is now open.
🙌 Every entrant receives bespoke advice on how to improve socioeconomic diversity in their organisation.
📅 Entry deadline: 9 June 2023, 23:59 GMT
https://t.co/Tw7Ps4UNf8
❗️We need more medical mentors.
🎓 From applying to med school to your first day on the ward, it’s easy to get overwhelmed without the support of someone who’s done it all before.
🌱 If that's you, help us change a life with the power of mentoring.
https://t.co/elhGJKoSjl
NEW: City Hall will be funding free school meals for every primary school pupil in London.
No child should go hungry in our city.
The Government have refused to act, so I’m stepping up.
https://t.co/gXtrRd0BEQ
Only 6% of doctors come from working class backgrounds. @Tropdoc, professor, @RCPhysicians fellow, @socialmobilityf volunteer and brilliant role model, is one of them and he's shared his story:
📢 Calling Year 12, lower sixth and S5 students.
💫 Our free programme will help propel you into university and working life.
⚠️ Applications close 12pm, 1st February ⚠️
✅ Eligibility criteria applies.
https://t.co/B5x4A2nQJJ
Birbalsingh to step down from Social Mobility Commission. It’s well-written and interesting statement.
And likely the right call. Being a blunt provocateur rarely sits well with this kind of office.
https://t.co/eFCpVVliSY
Do you want to spend 2023 creating and working on brilliant campaigns to raise awareness and create change for social mobility? 4 days left to apply to be our @socialmobilityf Campaigns Manager👇 https://t.co/grM1wM7lih