Simon Armitage, Professor of Poetry at the University of Leeds, has been announced as the UK’s new Poet Laureate. Taking over the 351-year-old role from Dame Carol Ann Duffy, Professor Armitage is set to become […]
‘Leeds By Example’ Campaign Doubles City Centre Recycling Rates
The number of people recycling plastic, cans and coffee cups in Leeds city centre has almost doubled since the introduction of the Leeds By Example campaign, it was announced today. After a six-month trial in […]
The Gagging of Academia
The extensive use of NDAs at UK universities has been called into question by academics and lawyers alike. Universities in the UK have spent around £87 million since 2017 on pay-offs that included non-disclosure agreements […]
Young Graduates Need a Postgraduate Qualification to Get Ahead in Earnings
New income data released by the UK government has suggested that young graduates in England need a postgraduate degree if they want to earn significantly more. The UK Department of Education recently published the graduate […]
1 in 5 Young People Admit to their Finances Being ‘Out of Control’
Do you find yourself living in your overdraft, mindlessly spending and feeling like your finances are completely out of control? It’s likely that you do, as it has been revealed that 1 in 5 young […]
Rise in the Number of Young Adults Living with their Parents in the UK
Long gone are the days of our parents’ generation, when you could afford to buy a house in your twenties. House prices have been steadily increasing over the past few years, and this has had […]
Classic FM Launches ‘Revision Hour’ To Help Students Through Exams
As of last Saturday, Classic FM, the UK’s most popular classical music station, has launched ‘Revision Hour’. The student-focused series is dedicated completely to helping young people through the exam season, whether that be GCSEs, […]
New Report Sets Out Achievable Targets to Make Leeds Carbon-Neutral
According to Sir David Attenborough, “right now, we’re facing a man-made disaster, the collapse of our civilisations is on the horizon. But together we can make real change happen.” His hope that the planet can […]
Players Bar Reportedly Closing Down
Players Bar, a popular destination for students’ sports socials, is reportedly closing down this Sunday. Situated opposite the McDonalds on Albion street, Players is notorious for its cheap Trebles drinks and £5 rounds. The venue […]
Say Auf Wiedersehen to £4 Steins – Leeds Bierkeller Closes Down
Last Friday (5th April), a spokesperson announced the closure of the popular Bavarian-themed karaoke bar, along with Shooters sports bar. Bierkeller proved popular for social events for Leeds’ clubs and societies, owing to its £4 […]