Number of schools with at-risk concrete continues to grow
The number of schools in England where at-risk concrete has been identified has risen to 174, according to the Department for Education (DfE).
By Belinda Liversedge on 26 September 2023
Education
Sunday Times backs call to remove asbestos in schools
The Sunday Times has launched a campaign urging the phased removal of asbestos in schools and hospitals, quoting one health and safety leader as calling the situation an ‘unfolding tragedy.’
By Belinda Liversedge on 03 July 2023
Health Education England announces mental health pilot training scheme
A new pilot commissioned by Health Education England will train thousands of staff to help them spot the signs that a child or young person might need support with their mental health.
By Belinda Liversedge on 14 February 2023
Getting educated on musculoskeletal health
Teachers in early years education can be at risk of suffering musculoskeletal problems due to factors like regularly stooping to interact with young children, but there are practical ways of reducing the risk of pain and injury.
By Lorna Taylor, Jolly Back on 11 October 2022
Education for the future
Exciting developments in education technology look set make it easier to teach, engage and motivate learners on health and safety – and save employers time and money.
By Dr Julie Riggs, British Safety Council on 05 September 2022
Gateshead school fined after pupils stranded on mountain trip
A school has been fined £30,000 after taking children on a dangerous mountain ascent without the proper equipment or a competent person in charge.
By Belinda Livedrsedge on 10 March 2022
Face coverings must be worn in classrooms, say teachers’ union
The government must go further on face coverings and make them mandatory in classrooms and not just communal spaces, the teachers' union has said.
By Belinda Liversedge on 30 November 2021
Parents urge minister to extend mask use in schools
A coalition of concerned parents, students and unions have written to education secretary, Gavin Williamson urging him to extend mask use in schools.
By Belinda Liversedge on 06 May 2021
March date for schools’ reopening too early to call, say teachers’ unions
The Prime Minister is wrong to say schools might re-open in March before having the evidence that it would be safe to do so, teachers’ unions have said.
By on 28 January 2021
