Sign up for the latest from M.E.N. political editor Jennifer WilliamsGavin Williamson has said March 8 is the "best possible moment" for children in England to return to school.Leading a press conference from Downing Street on Wednesday, the education secretary pledged to do “everything we can” to ensure children are not set back due to the pandemic.Mr Williamson outlined additional funding that would help schools to deliver catch-up learning to pupils who have missed out due to lockdown.He was joined by deputy chief medical officer Dr Jenny Harries who outlined why face coverings were being recommended in schools and how regular testing would contribute to keeping schools safe.Mr Williamson also told the briefing that an announcement on.
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