Education

“These are not radical, militant people and yet they were considering – before the recent announcement – taking legal action against the Government because they weren’t being listened to by the Education Secretary."

“I am so exhausted and drained. We are getting no feedback and all the while are expected to pay £9,250 for the course."

Schools across the country have been shut, "but only after allowing them to be open for one day so everyone could infect each other and take the virus home."

His comments come as unions advised teachers not to return to the classroom, and heads took legal action over the government’s plans.

“Confusion reigns among parents, teachers and pupils over who will be back in school tomorrow and who won’t.”

“The fault, however, is of the Government’s own making and is a result of their inability to understand data, their indecisiveness, and their reckless approach to their central duty – to safeguard public health.”

"I was half expecting some kind of change of policy but by the time it gets to 5pm on a Bank Holiday Friday, you kind of think they might have stuck with a decision."

"Gavin Williamson is at sixes and sevens over the re-opening of schools. His shambolic approach is a recipe for chaos and danger. It’s causing huge stress."

“This is yet another Government U-turn creating chaos for parents just two days before the start of term.”