What's News 15th May 2026

Published on May 15, 2026

Join us on the latest episode of the ACT podcast for our Friday news update! Curious about education's current challenges and opportunities? Join Lizzie and Jo as we dive into crucial topics affecting education – from the NEU's potential strike action to the latest Policy Exchange report "Still Asleep At The Wheel." We also share valuable information on upcoming events such as our South Central Meetup, Leadership Network event and annual conference.  

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