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Backlash over Department for Education videos with Gemma Collins

BBC Education Wednesday 20 May 2026, 18:42 UTC 1 min read
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The Education Secretary has defended the use of videos featuring reality TV star Gemma Collins to promote post-16 education. The decision has drawn criticism and backlash from various quarters.

The education secretary defends videos starring The Only Way Is Essex star promoting post-16 education.
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