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Lancaster academic provides Governments with advice on home schooling

A literacy specialist from Lancaster University has been contacted by the Cabinet Office to help provide advice and support for parents with children learning at home during the coronavirus crisis.
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Lancaster University student writers ‘go audio’

Coronavirus restrictions prompted student editors of Lancaster's 'Flash,' a literary journal based in the Department of English Literature & Creative Writing, to create an impressive audiobook version.
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Lancaster joins global fight against Covid-19.

Scientists from Lancaster University's Environment Centre and the UK Centre for Ecology and Hydrology have donated specialist equipment to help in the global fight against Covid-19.
Caption: From left to right: Professor Gordon Walker, Professor Karen Broadhurst and Emeritus Professor David Sugarman

Top awards for Lancaster University social scientists

Three Lancaster University academics have received top UK social sciences awards.
Allison Cooke, the Retail Manager from Central Supermarket on campus, who has worked tirelessly to ensure students on campus have access to essential food especially those in isolation who need help. From constantly seeking reliable suppliers for Central to helping put together food boxes (seen here) for students self-isolating in on-campus accommodation she and her staff have kept Central open.

Team effort ensures students in need get vital supplies

An army of volunteers has stepped forward to ensure students self-isolating on campus have a regular supply of food and medicines in their hour of need.
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Standing together: What financial support is Government offering workers, freelancers and businesses affected by COVID-19?

COVID-19 is already having a devastating impact on the UK economy. Sectors including hospitality, retail and travel have been particularly affected by the shifts in consumer behaviour following social distancing guidance. This blog, by the Work Foundation, explores the financial support offered by the Government.

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International University of the Year 2020

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