Secondary news

  • Support the HA’s Gypsy, Roma and Traveller Teacher Fellowship Programme

    18th July 2025

    In recent years the prejudice in our society and societies has been increasingly challenged, not always stopped but certainly discussed and addressed. However, for some minority, ethnic, religious and culturally defined groups the prejudice has not been universally challenged or even fully accepted as being serious, real, divisive or having...

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  • Congratulations to students receiving GCSE results

    21st August 2025

    Congratulations to everyone getting their GCSE and other exam results today, especially those of you who took history – well done – phew, milestone achieved! You’ve worked hard to get this far, even if you are not always recognised for it – so take a breath and consider your options carefully....

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  • Congratulations to students receiving A-level results

    14th August 2025

    Whether it is A-levels or other post-16 exams in history or any other subject, well done – phew, milestone achieved. Fewer of you sat A-levels this year across all subjects, despite a larger year group. Entries for history fell by 5.5% which the HA will continue to monitor. However, pass...

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  • VJ Day – 80 years on

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    This summer it is the anniversary of VJ Day. This day tends not to have the fanfare of VE Day, despite being of real significance to all those who had been engaged with fighting in the Pacific area. A significant reason for that is the nature of the end of...

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  • Congratulations to students in Scotland

    5th August 2025

    Today, students across Scotland received their Nationals, Higher and Advanced Higher examination results. Across the board, pass rates are up following last year’s dip. In history, those attaining A grades at Higher level rose from 23.6% in 2024 to 37% in 2025, although there was a small drop in the...

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  • Step into history this summer

    30th July 2025

    Summer’s here – and it’s the perfect time to uncover the stories etched into the landscapes around us. Whether you're wandering through ancient ruins, admiring majestic castles, or stumbling upon hidden historical gems, let this season be your gateway to the past. Looking for inspiration? Dive into our bite-sized reads...

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  • Queer Georgians – a Q&A with the author Anthony Delaney

    30th July 2025

    Book Now (free) Queer Georgians – in this dazzling work of restorative history, Dr Anthony Delaney has traced the stories of people daring to challenge society's expectations, unearthing archives and court records to reveal the tragedies and the joys of queer life three centuries ago. Breathing new life into the forgotten...

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  • The HA Annual Awards evening 2025

    29th July 2025

    On a hot July evening a crowd gathered in central London for the HA awards evening. This annual event is a highlight of the HA calendar as it provides an opportunity to celebrate the strengths of the history community and to recognise individual contributions and achievements. The evening was well attended...

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  • Filmed Lecture: Medlicott Lecture 2025 - Dr Christine Counsell

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  • HA Annual Conference 2026: call for papers

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    The HA Annual Conference will be held in Newcastle in 2026. This two-day conference on 15-16 May is a leading highlight of the history community's year. It brings together all those working in and who have an active interest in history and heritage. With top-level academics, pedagogical sessions and discussion panels, the conference is...

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