Accents at work: share your story
UK workers are being asked to share their experiences of how their accents influence life at work, in an anonymous survey as part of University of Leeds research.
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North Sea partnership drives sustainability
A partnership between UK and Norwegian universities is building a more sustainable future for the North Sea.
Expand Best Start with hubs in schools say experts
Schools should be used to create more of the Government’s Best Start hubs, says a new report.
Strong progress across all areas in National Student Survey
The University of Leeds has seen progress across all areas of the 2025 National Student Survey (NSS), with positive gains in every theme and question.
Commercial baby foods crisis revealed in Leeds research
The UK’s baby food market is awash with “low quality” products with poor nutrition masked by misleading names and on-pack messaging, according to wide ranging research by Leeds scientists.
Indonesian Ambassador visits Leeds
The University of Leeds has strengthened ties with Indonesia by welcoming Dr Desra Percaya, Indonesian Ambassador to the UK, to campus.
Vice-Chancellor and President appointed to the University of Leeds
Professor Shearer West CBE has been appointed as the Vice-Chancellor and President of the University of Leeds, taking up the role from 1 November 2024.
Lack of simulations hampering driverless vehicle revolution
Algorithms that accurately reflect the behaviour of road users - vital for the safe roll out of driverless vehicles - are still not available, warn scientists.
Benefit deductions are deepening poverty in Leeds
Leeds residents are increasingly having to borrow from loan sharks and high-interest lenders to meet their basic needs because of issues with their benefits, according to new research.
Supporting young people to achieve their potential
A learning centre helping young people living in one of the UK’s most disadvantaged neighbourhoods to access further education, training and employment is celebrating its fifth anniversary.