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24 September 2026

Lucy Powell planning changes to Ofsted ‘within next few months’

'We need urgent relief,' says union boss, following reports of adverse impact on leaders’ health

Lydia Chantler-Hicks

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The education secretary is preparing to make changes to Ofsted inspections in the “next few months” as concerns grow about school leader wellbeing, Schools Week understands.

Unions and other campaign groups have ramped up pressure for changes following reports of adverse impact on leaders’ health.

A senior government source confirmed Lucy Powell was looking at intervening, following hints during an interview with LBC earlier this month.

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