Following a peaceful march for Palestine on January 18 in London, charges were brought against prominent activists, including former NEU executive member Alex Kenny. This statement calls for the charges to be dropped.
The PAC are absolutely right to focus on the worst teacher recruitment and retention crisis in a generation created by long hours, poor pay and Ofsted.
We should recognise the hard work of children and teachers in year 6 for the SATs exams but also that they narrow the curriculum and place unnecessary stress on pupils.
It is a contradiction for this government to say they recognise the benefits of high-quality early education whilst our Maintained Nursery Schools (MNS) are under threat.
Sixth form colleges have returned a strong result in their indicative ballot. Should the pay claim not be met satisfactorily then a formal strike ballot will follow in the autumn term.