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  • Induction regulations for newly qualified teachers

    DfE is looking at induction arrangements for newly qualified teachers to see how they can be improved to better meet the needs of schools.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • DfE responds to media stories about public sector pensions

    The Department for Education will make pension proposals in the autumn that are affordable and fair to public sector workers and taxpayers.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Nick Gibb to the Association of Teachers and Lecturers 2011 Conference

    The Schools Minister addresses the Association of Teachers and Lecturers 2011 annual conference in Liverpool on government education policy.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Department for Education confirms a number of public appointments

    New and extended appointments were made to the School Teachers’ Review Body, QCDA, National College and Partnerships for Schools.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Written Ministerial Statement by Michael Gove on the School Teachers’ Review Body’s recommendations

    The Education Secretary responds to recommendations from the School Teachers' Review Body about pay for low-paid unqualified teachers.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Post of Chair of the School Teachers’ Review Body (STRB) to be advertised

    Michael Gove announces that he will launch an open competition to appoint a new Chair of the School Teachers’ Review Body.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Major overhaul of qualifications to raise the standard of teaching

    Michael Gove launches an independent review of the key skills that teachers need to improve students' performance.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • The 'Family Information Directory': release of software

    Software released to allow any organisation to develop its own version of the 'Family Information Directory'.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Ex-military to be inspiring role models for young people

    A major new financial grant will enable former military workers to train as inspirational new schools staff.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Department for Education responds to criticisms of clauses within the Education Bill

    The DfE responds to concerns from the National Secular Society about protection of staff in faith schools converting to academy status.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Capita appointed to administer Teachers’ Pension Scheme

    Department for Education confirms that Capita Business Services Ltd is the preferred supplier to administer the Teachers’ Pension Scheme.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Nick Gibb to the SSAT National Conference

    The Minister for Schools talks about the schools White Paper and the government's agenda for reform in schools.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Michael Gove appoints 4 new board members

    Biographical details on 4 new non-executive members of the Department for Education Board.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Social workers to be placed on a more professional footing

    The Social Work Reform Board sets out a national set of professional standards outlining what social workers are expected to do.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Honorary MBE for assistant headteacher of Guru Nanak Academy

    Education Secretary presents an Honorary MBE to Joseph Synott, an Irish citizen, for his services to education in Hillingdon.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Michael Gove to the National College Annual Conference, Birmingham

    The Secretary of State for Education, Michael Gove, addresses the National College’s Annual Conference in Birmingham.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Michael Gove to Westminster Academy

    The Secretary of State sets out his vision for future education policy at a Teach First event at Westminster Academy.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • New leadership for children in need

    Gove: We will recruit more great heads to turn round weaker schools, and extend the academy model so strong schools can help weaker schools.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Michael Gove on bullying and bad classroom discipline in 'News of the World'

    Michael Gove outlines how the Education and Children's Bill will give headteachers and teachers powers to deal with bullies and weapons.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Michael Gove moves to cap excessive pay

    Details of Michael Gove's letter to the STRB confirming that no headteacher is to earn more than the prime minister.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government