Stone King - Quick Reads

12/8/2025 1:37:38 PM

When systems fail children, we must change the system

By Ciara Campfield

I've just been reading the latest child poverty figures, and once again they stop me in my tracks, because no matter how long I’ve worked...

12/8/2025 1:33:02 PM

By Jean Boyle

The Academy Trust Handbook and College Financial Handbook were amended in October to significantly restrict the use of confidentiality...

12/5/2025 9:29:55 AM

By Xander May

From 8 January 2026, applicants seeking to enter the UK, or switch into, for the first time the Skilled Worker, High Potential Individual...

12/4/2025 4:16:32 PM

By Jean Boyle

The DfE has today launched its Maximising value for pupils programme (MVP) which is said will "tackle the systemic issues and support all...

12/3/2025 3:48:00 PM

By Chris Sharpe

As many will already be aware, the renting rules are changing in 2026. The Renters' Rights Act, passed in October 2025, is set to come...

12/2/2025 11:56:35 AM

By Ciara Campfield

Post the Autumn 2025 Budget, I’ve been thinking lots about public finances and how our governments and governments worldwide are...

12/1/2025 12:02:13 PM

By Ciara Campfield

I was outside the school playground the other day waiting to pick up my daughter, Luna, and the sound of kids lost in play (the squeals...

11/28/2025 12:06:28 PM

By Ciara Campfield

I have recently read an interesting story in TES about Lift Schools and Reach Foundation launching a new pilot to tackle disengagement in...

11/28/2025 10:20:09 AM

By Jean Boyle

Employment Rights Bill update: Day one unfair dismissal rights scrapped It was announced yesterday (27 November 2025) in a government...

11/27/2025 9:38:51 AM

By Damian Ward

From 1 December 2025, the maximum Acas early conciliation period will increase from six weeks to 12 weeks. This change is intended to...

11/26/2025 4:35:01 PM

By Chris Sharpe

The Land Registry is sharing tips and guidance following International Fraud Awareness Week. According to the Registry, losses due to...

11/26/2025 2:49:46 PM

By Jean Boyle

The Government has updated its guidance on public sector exit payments today. It includes new provisions dealing with transparency. In...