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The IPPR describes it as ‘A Bold Decision’, which is usually Civil Service ‘speak’ for ‘unwise’
Schools have, until now, valued the opportunity to convert to academies voluntarily, where and when this is appropriate for pupils & the community, and councils have supported them to do so.  The LGA opposes forced ‘academisation’ and the Government needs to consider the wishes of parents, communities, teachers and councils before imposing any new education structures.
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LGA Responds to Education White Paper

IPPR:  New schools whitepaper could cause chaotic reorganisation of schools

LGA:  2,500 academies yet to sign up to healthy school meal standards

How Lambeth Council undertakes effective know your citizen (KYC) / ID checks to prevent fraud