New measures to protect children’s learning from strike action

27 Oct 20231 Nov 2023 ~ Bruce Levitan

On Friday 20 October the government announced Minimum Service Levels (MSLs) to "protect children and young people’s education", to be introduced in schools and colleges. The Education Secretary, Gillian Keegan, has written to union leaders inviting them to discuss proposals on a voluntary basis in the first instance. In her letter she is clear that … Continue reading New measures to protect children’s learning from strike action

Comments on the Spring Budget

21 Mar 20231 Nov 2023 ~ Bruce Levitan

This article from the NGA highlights their response to the recent Spring Budget from the government. In summary the points made are: POSITIVE: investment in childcare is long overdue and very welcome, but: NEGATIVE: a failure to fund an increase in provision for pupils with additional needs; NEGATIVE: a failure to fund an increase in funding … Continue reading Comments on the Spring Budget