Summary: GCSE results data for this year indicates a return to pre-pandemic pass rate levels. Pass rates in England have reached their lowest point since 2007 due to stricter grading . Wales maintains pass rates similar to 2018, while Northern Ireland achieves significantly higher pass rates . Pass rates for English and maths have improved across all nations compared to 2019. Balancing the shift towards pre-pandemic grading with student well-being remains a challenge. ...

Summary: GCSE top grades in England have dropped significantly and regional disparities have increased. Government's efforts for educational equality are criticized as regional differences persist. Contrasts in grading between England, Wales, and Northern Ireland raise questions about fairness. Despite challenges, the current cohort is celebrated for their achievements amid ongoing educational inequalities. ...

Eurovision 2023: Decision to ban Volodymyr Zelenskyy from making address 'disappointing' So, very good morning to you, and I do want to talk about Eurovision in just a moment. But before we get on to that, a couple of stories around today that I want to ask you about. Firstly, comments by the former Conservative Home Secretary, Preeti Patel today, saying that Rishi Sunak needs to offer more hope and optimism for conservatism, or she says he risks presiding over a managed decline of the party and defeat of the next election. Is she right? So, you know, I have a marginal seat. I am reliant on the grassroots of the party to help me. They are determined, as I am, and I think most people within the party, to support the Prime Minister in the endeavours that he has to try and grow the economy and tackle the issues that are the people's priorities. So, I think what they want us t...