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South Yorkshire has always been a place of aspiration, resilience and community strength. Yet beneath the surface of our region's proud heritage lies a troubling reality that we can no longer afford to ignore. Too many of our boys, particularly those from working-class and lower-income families, are being left behind.

This week marks the first anniversary of the launch of Sheffield Hallam's Civic University Agreement.

The Covid-19 pandemic has affected the whole of society over the last year in many ways. One demographic hit especially hard has been university students – a million-strong community across the country.

With the government intent on kickstarting economic growth and productivity, could Knowledge Transfer Partnerships with leading universities have a vital role to play?

The newly elected Labour government's commitment to accelerating economic growth is a step in the right direction for the UK. As outlined in the King’s Speech, part of their plan to achieve this is through legislative changes that promote house building and infrastructure development.

The newly published National Cancer Plan presents a pivotal opportunity to revolutionise cancer care in England.

For many young people, the decision to go to university is rooted in hope and ambition. They want to take their first steps towards independence, form lifelong friendships and immerse themselves in a subject they are passionate about.

This week we welcomed thousands of new and returning students to the University. There’s always a slightly more vibrant feel to the city when students arrive, a buzz that’s somewhat missing during the quieter summer months.

This month, the National Institute for Health and Care Research (NIHR) announced £50 million funding for nine universities to make up a new research consortium to help address inequalities in maternal health.

The current wildfires in the Mediterranean region are far more expansive than usual. Logically, they are a consequence of climate change – prolonged drier periods, increased air temperatures and the resultant stronger, warmer, drier winds.