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Controversial Bill Forces Schools to Accept Disruptive Students

6/15/2025

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Labour ministers are pushing a controversial bill that would require UK academy schools to accept violent and disruptive students, a decision that threatens their independence. Education Secretary Bridget Phillipson is at the forefront of this initiative, which aims to provide a second chance for 5,000 children each year, but critics warn it could compromise school safety.

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Labour ministers are pushing a controversial bill that would require UK academy schools to accept violent and disruptive students, a decision that threatens their independence. Education Secretary Bridget Phillipson is at the forefront of this initiative, which aims to provide a second chance for 5,000 children each year, but critics warn it could compromise school safety.