Lucy Powell’s commitment to a “more supportive and understanding” accountability system for schools is welcome. Addressing the wellbeing and mental health toll of inspections on school leaders is important. The government should also keep this is mind for the trust inspection system it is developing, particularly if we are to avoid a trap in which this simply adds more pressure to trusts on top of their individual schools’ inspections. Become a member for unlimited access to Schools Week Our members enjoy early access to exclusive content and in-depth articles before anyone else. Get expert journalism, experience fewer ads, and unlock a growing range of member benefits. subscribe If you have an account, please login. Sign in