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Oct
From Jarrow to the world stage: Steve Cram on building success from the ground up
Former World and European Champion Steve Cram drew on his journey from Jarrow to the world stage to explore how investment, opportunity and strong local foundations help talent
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Oct
Forty years of competition in education must give way to collaboration, says Jonny Uttley
Jonny Uttley, CEO of The Education Alliance, has called for a shift away from competition between schools towards greater collaboration, shared accountability and a place-based
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Oct
NHS England chief urges North East to seize opportunities of devolution
Sir Jim Mackey, Chief Executive of NHS England, has urged the North East to make greater use of devolution, earlier intervention and closer collaboration between public services
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Oct
Mission North East must tackle structural inequality, not just school performance
The Schools North East Summit 2026 brought together leaders from education, health and sport to explore what transformational change must look like for the North East, and why
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Oct
Mission North East launches as new DfE research highlights the challenge
Mission North East launched on 1 October alongside new DfE research highlighting regional differences in mental health, attendance and access to opportunities. Schools North East
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Oct
MAT Handbook published as new Academy Trust CEO pay rules take effect
The 2026 Academy Trust Handbook introduces new requirements around CEO and senior executive pay, including when DfE approval is needed. With the changes now in effect, Trust
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