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Maths

Maths is for life, not just for school

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Learning for life

Ways to look after your wellbeing as an unpaid carer

Author: April Cheung

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Arts and crafts

How to battle stress through art

Author: Priyanki Patel

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Thought of the week

Don’t pick a fight with Sir Isaac Newton

Author: Kay Field

Bridgerton WEA blog
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Learning for life

Bridgerton Vs. real life: how historically accurate is it?

Author: Kay Field

WEA thought of the week: 1816
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Thought of the week

1816: The year without a summer (that wasn’t all bad)

Author: Kay Field

Forming habits blog
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Learning for life

How to form a habit that lasts

Author: Kay Field

WEA thought of the week: homo sapiens
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Thought of the week

Why did Homo sapiens become the dominant human species?

Author: Kay Field

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Government

Keep adult learning in reach: tips on getting candidates to discuss adult education

Author: Chris Butcher

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WEA governance

Changes to our regional governance in England

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CEO update

WEA responds to Further Education Funding and Accountability consultation publication

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CEO update

WEA launches 2023 Learner and Tutor award nominations

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WEA spotlight

WEA learner wins prestigious award: A second chance to inspire others

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WEA 120

WEA celebrates its 120th birthday

WEA ready for the future
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Learning for life

Looking forward to building on 120 years of experience

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WEA spotlight

Welcome to our new website!

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WEA Scotland

WEA Scotland Green Award 2023

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