No changes will be made to misconduct rules following a review triggered by the decision not to ban a teacher who called the 7 October attack on Israel “justified” and Hamas “defenders of humanity”. Religious education teacher Ronan Preston was allowed to continue working in schools after he was found guilty last year of unacceptable conduct that could have brought the profession into disrepute. He had posted the remarks on social media. In response, then-education secretary Bridget Phillipson ordered an “urgent review” of the Teaching Regulation Agency’s (TRA) processes, including the thresholds and mitigations over prohibition decisions. 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