In the Headlines

One of Edge Hill University’s honorary graduates is number 50 in the Times 100 People to Watch in 2012.

Mary Bousted, 52, general secretary of the Association of Teachers and Lecturers, features in the list for her influencial work within the education sector.

Respected by coalition ministers even after having led her members on strike for the first time in their history, in protest at pension cuts, in June and November, her views could escalate or settle the dispute. Read why the times think she is one to watch here.