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Arts education in England: GCSEs and A-levels

Concerns have been raised about access to arts subjects and arts education provision in schools. In November 2025, the Starmer government said it would “revitalise arts education” through reforms to the national curriculum. The Burnham government said the revised curriculum would include a more “engaging offer” in arts subjects. This briefing examines trends in teaching provision and qualification entries, concerns about participation in arts education, and recent government reforms.
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Support for dementia patients

The NHS has estimated that there are more than 944,000 people in the UK who have dementia. Support for them is provided through the NHS, adult social care services and national and local charities, alongside friends and families. However, there have been criticisms that the support available is not sufficient. The government has made several commitments to improve support for people living with dementia, including the publication of a new modern service framework.
Soil science: Education and research

Soil plays important roles in supporting agriculture, biodiversity, carbon storage and other services. However, human activities have resulted in soil degradation across much of the UK. Soil science is the study of the properties of soil to better understand how it can be managed sustainably. Some argue a need for increased provision of soil science education and for more research to close evidence gaps.