Gemma Collins collabs with UK Government in bizarre video

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20 May 2026 • 1:36 AM MYT
The Independent
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Gemma Collins collabs with UK Government in bizarre video

  • Reality TV star Gemma Collins visited the Department for Education (DfE) to discuss education reforms with Education Secretary Bridget Phillipson.
  • Collins, known for The Only Way Is Essex, was not paid for her meeting or for the promotional content created by the DfE.
  • A teaser video posted by the DfE shows Collins asking, 'What are we doing to help the children?' before being invited in by Ms Phillipson.
  • The discussion focused on ensuring children who leave school with minimal qualifications are not left behind, including topics like V-levels and occupational pathways.
  • More content from the meeting is expected to be released on DfE social media channels, with Collins also posting material from her own team.

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