Schools
Schools should not lockdown over malicious emails, the DfE has said

Email attacks: Don’t lock down unless police say, DfE tells schools

The message comes after schools in three counties locked down over emails threatening violence to pupils and staff

Amy Walker
Amy Walker
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Opening school buildings on weekends is among the report's recommendations on preventing vulnerable children from becoming involved in criminal exploitation and gangs

Revealed: the 21 areas set for £15m AP taskforces to prevent crime

The government has confirmed the 21 areas set to receive funding under a scheme to prevent vulnerable pupils in...

Tom Belger
Tom Belger
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The government's 'beating crime plan' includes funding for schools to re-engage young people at risk of violence.

£45 million for schools to prevent violence ‘nowhere near’ amount needed

Experts have warned £45 million package of school funding is “nowhere near” enough to tackle youth violence, highlighting a...

Tom Belger
Tom Belger