Bridget Phillipson, a Starmer loyalist, has been demoted from her previous role but also appointed as Labour chair, in a move aimed at restoring unity to the government.

Ms. Phillipson stated that white working-class children must be exceptional or exceptionally lucky to succeed, arguing that social mobility has failed this group.

Bridget Phillipson criticized the 'deeply unpleasant targeting' of trans people following a Supreme Court ruling and EHRC guidance, acknowledging that the debate has become contentious.

Bridget Phillipson, the UK Education Secretary, plans to ask the competition watchdog to investigate hidden costs that families are still encountering in government-funded childcare.

Gemma Collins has revealed what she would do if she was the education secretary in her latest collaboration with the UK government.

Reports indicate that Bridget Phillipson, a prominent political figure, is facing significant challenges and pressure from groups identified as gender ideologues.

Shadow Education Secretary Bridget Phillipson has voiced concern over the unexplained unhappiness among British children, highlighting a pressing social issue.

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Some graduates in England say "punishing" student loan repayments have led them to cut their hours at work.

Bridget Phillipson's 10-year plan, likely related to education or social services, is described as a bold experiment, with questions raised about its longevity and resilience against political challenges.

Bridget Phillipson defends changes, saying the government is ‘not taking away support’ from children UK politics live – latest updates Bridget Phillipson has pledged that under the government’s overhaul of special needs support for children in England will begin within weeks not months, as she prepares to announce the controversial revamp. Speaking before publication of the white paper on the reforms, Phillipson said children with special needs would be treated as “integral to the school sy...

An article questions whether Education Secretary Bridget Phillipson is the most dangerous woman in Britain, discussing her views on Send reform, gender, and the government's critical year.

Andy Burnham has appointed Bridget Phillipson as the new Labour Party chair, who will work closely with Lucy Powell after losing to her in the deputy leadership contest.

Education Secretary Bridget Phillipson has accused the Conservative party of a "manufactured smear" campaign regarding the sale of her mother's council house, days after being called a "spiteful class warrior."

UK Education Secretary Bridget Phillipson stated that the imposition of VAT on private school fees has not led to an exodus of pupils into the state sector, citing admissions data for England.

The Education Secretary is set to ask the competition watchdog to investigate hidden childcare costs, acknowledging concerns about the affordability of raising children in Britain. This move aims to address the financial burdens faced by families.

Labour MP Catherine West has threatened to challenge Keir Starmer herself, as minister Bridget Phillipson backs the embattled Prime Minister.

Minister Bridget Phillipson said it is ‘not a question of whether we take further action to protect young people, it’s the shape of that action.’

New guidance for organizations on single-sex spaces will be published after the May elections, as Equalities Minister Bridget Phillipson stated that election rules prevent its release until next month.

The UK's education secretary, Bridget Phillipson, announced a review of eligibility rules for free childcare as government spending on the program reaches £9 billion.

From “Nazi” to “Marxist” Bridget Phillipson, the education secretary, has faced intense criticism from all sides.

Education secretary and her team have won over some critics but obstacles remain in their attempt to overhaul system

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Bridget Phillipson says government is ‘not taking away support’ as she prepares to announce changes

The UK Education Secretary, Bridget Phillipson, stated she would turn Conservative leader Kemi Badenoch's insult of 'spiteful class warrior' at PMQs into a T-shirt.

Survivors of forced adoption in the UK are set to receive a long-awaited full apology from the British government. This commitment was confirmed by Phillipson, addressing a historical injustice.

When Danish performing arts are honored at this year's Reumert awards, Caspar Phillipson will be at the forefront.

Labour leader Keir Starmer is bracing for a fresh row with party rebels concerning proposed benefits cuts. A close ally of the Prime Minister, Bridget Phillipson, indicated that 'further reform to the social security system' is needed to encourage people back into work.

UK Education Secretary Bridget Phillipson has accused lawyers of exploiting parents of children with special needs, claiming their criticisms of her department's policy changes are profit-motivated.

Labour leader Keir Starmer has pledged to review student loans to make them 'fairer,' while Shadow Education Secretary Bridget Phillipson defended recent changes, stating that average repayments for some graduates will rise by £8 a month.

Bridget Phillipson and her team are working to ensure MPs and the public understand the need to overhaul the special educational needs system in the UK.

Bridget Phillipson advocates for significant reform to support children with special educational needs, stating that current systems have repeatedly failed them.

Bridget Phillipson's proposed reforms for Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) are being criticized by Geordie Greig as primarily motivated by financial considerations.