NAHT conference 2026: Live blog

Live updates from team Schools Week in Belfast

Freddie Whittaker

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| 1 May 2026, 3:26 pm

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Headteachers are gathering in Belfast for the annual conference of the NAHT school leaders’ union.

The Schools Week team is on hand to bring you all the key updates on Friday and Saturday.

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