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12.12.2020 - 18:57

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Schools in England could face legal action forcing them to stay open if they try to allow pupils to learn remotely in the run-up to Christmas.

New powers introduced through the Coronavirus Act allow the Government to issue "directions" to headteachers. It means Education Secretary Gavin Williamson could apply for a High Court injunction if schools that fail to comply after being directed to remain open.

The Department for Education (DfE) said directions under the act would only be used as a "last resort", while a court order would be the "final stage" if they were not followed.

It comes as a headteacher in Ware, Hertfordshire, was sent a "minded to direct" letter from schools minister Nick Gibb warning that the emergency powers could be

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