Helping shape the future of TV broadcasting
As new research finds the shift towards online TV viewing could exclude some viewers, Professor Catherine Johnson joins government efforts to scrutinise the future of linear broadcasting.
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2525 results for 'policy leeds'
Humans have already caused 1.5 °C of long-term global warming according to new estimates
Humans may have already caused 1.5 °C of global warming when measured from a time genuinely before the industrial revolution and the start of large-scale carbon emissions, according to new research.
Public wants UK to prepare and protect against effects of climate change
Over three quarters of people believe climate change is a serious threat to the United Kingdom according to the results of a representative survey by researchers at the University of Leeds.
Improving outcomes for all children and young people
A leading Early Years expert at the University of Leeds has been appointed Deputy Chair of a new scientific advisory body guiding government policy on issues concerning children and young people.
Northern children with special educational needs more likely to miss school
Vulnerable children and those from disadvantaged areas of the UK are at higher risk of not being in school, the latest Child of the North report reveals.
Student insight influences recruitment decisions
Insight from business students at Leeds is influencing government recruitment policy for neurodivergent applicants.
New school starters not ready for learning
A third of children starting reception class in England are not ready for school, with long term consequences, new research has shown.
Graduate start-ups boost Leeds’ business engagement
Helping graduates start their own businesses and upskilling partner companies has boosted Leeds’ placing in this year’s Knowledge Exchange Framework (KEF).
Toothbrushing programme in schools could tackle crisis of tooth decay
A national supervised toothbrushing programme should be rolled out in our schools to tackle the crisis of tooth decay affecting millions of children.
Summer riots 'show consequences of dangerous fake news'
Children need to be ‘vaccinated’ against fake news and dangerous disinformation, academics have warned, and digital education must improve to ensure they don't fall prey to 'nefarious actors' online.