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The government has played down a rise in the number of pupils skipping classes without permission, arguing it is the overall number of lessons missed that matters. Figures for overall absence show a small decline, with 7.76 per cent of lessons missed in the first two terms of the last academic year. This is down… Read more »
Ministers have ruled out a complete ban on smacking after a review concluded existing laws provide adequate protection for children. Children’s minister Kevin Brennan told MPs the existing child protection laws – which include a ban on any physical punishment leaving a permanent mark – appear to be working. Parents told the government they would… Read more »
