UWE Bristol Teacher Training Scores Top Marks in International Inspection

By Education Correspondent UWE Bristol’s teacher training for educators working overseas has been given the highest possible rating after a government-backed inspection. The International Qualified Teacher Status (iQTS) programme, now in its third year, earned a Grade 1 in an assessment commissioned by the Department for Education. At the

MPs Unite Behind Campaign Linking Animal Welfare and Human Safety

By Animals Correspondent MPs from across the political spectrum have come together to support a new campaign shining a light on the connection between animal welfare and human safety. The “Purple Paw” event, hosted by Cat Eccles, brought together representatives from four political parties as well as members of the

London Ambulance Service Hits Fastest Response Times Since Covid

By Health Correspondent Performance data for the 2025/26 year shows that London Ambulance Service has achieved its fastest response times since the height of the Covid pandemic, despite a surge in the number of 999 calls. Figures released this week show that in the financial year 2025/26, response

Slough Comes Alive with Flash Mob Show of Pride for Town of Culture Bid

By Community Correspondent Slough’s High Street and Salt Hill Park were transformed into lively stages, as more than 300 residents gathered for a vibrant flash mob supporting the town’s bid for UK Town of Culture 2028. The event featured over 100 dancers across three performances, each led by

Humans Had Pet Dogs 5,000 Years Earlier Than We Thought

By Science Correspondent Dogs may have been man’s best friend far earlier than scientists once believed, after a major breakthrough study pushed back their origins by more than 5,000 years. Researchers, including experts from UCL, have uncovered genetic evidence showing dogs were living alongside humans around 15,800

Care Home Steps In with Free Easter Lunches for Local Kids

By Community Correspondent A care home in Marston Moretaine is stepping up to support families this Easter by handing out free packed lunches to children during the school holidays. Blakelands Lodge Care Home will be offering the meals from 30 March to 10 April, helping ease the pressure many families

Mary Elton Primary Pupils Shine at First Ever Chess Tournament

By Schools Correspondent Pupils from Mary Elton Primary School in Clevedon, Somerset made their mark as they took part in their first ever chess tournament. Four pupils represented the school at the inaugural Children’s Chess League, held at the Bristol Bridge Club. The tournament brought together 65 children aged

Headteacher Takes on 100-Mile Ultra in Emotional Tribute to Friend

By Charities Correspondent Richard Uffendell, Headteacher at Ashton Park School, is gearing up for one of his toughest challenges yet – a grueling 100-mile ultra marathon this May to raise money for the FORCE charity in memory of his close friend, Michelle, who died from cancer. The West Country Ultra 100

Students Celebrate Earth Day by Capturing Nature’s Beauty (By Rosie, 13)

By Rosie, 13, Good News Room at Priory Community School Academy Every year on 22 April, Earth Day is celebrated around the world in over 192 countries. But this annual event is much more than a celebration – it's an important day to raise awareness about looking after the

Young Reporters Get Newsroom Experience as BBC Presenter Visits Somerset School

By Schools Correspondent BBC presenter inspires young reporters at Herons’ Moor Primary School A BBC TV presenter has been inspiring the next generation of journalists during a special Good News Room training session at Herons’ Moor Primary School in Weston-super-Mare, Somerset. Cheryl Dennis led a hands-on workshop with pupil reporters,

UK Crane Comeback Hits Record High After Landmark Breeding Year

By Conservation Correspondent The UK’s tallest bird, the crane, is making a remarkable comeback after a record-breaking breeding season in 2025, offering renewed optimism for wildlife recovery. New surveys show that 87 breeding pairs successfully raised 37 chicks last year—the highest figures recorded in the UK. This brings

Texting with a Stranger Beats a Chatbot at Easing Loneliness

By Mental Health Correspondent A new study led by researchers at the University of British Columbia suggests that messaging a real person—even a stranger—can ease loneliness more effectively than interacting with an AI chatbot. The study followed 296 first-year university students who were randomly assigned to one of