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Teachers Threaten Strikes Over Pay and Funding Crisis

12/28/2025

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Matt Wrack of NASUWT and Paul Whiteman of NAHT warned teachers could strike next year unless Labour raises pay and closes funding gaps.
Wrack said the 4% pay rise is insufficient amid inflation.
Whiteman echoed concerns about workloads and a recruitment crisis.
Teach First CEO James Toop urged a comprehensive recruitment strategy.
The Department for Education says it will restore teaching as a valued profession with significant funding increases.

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Matt Wrack of NASUWT and Paul Whiteman of NAHT warned teachers could strike next year unless Labour raises pay and closes funding gaps.
Wrack said the 4% pay rise is insufficient amid inflation.
Whiteman echoed concerns about workloads and a recruitment crisis.
Teach First CEO James Toop urged a comprehensive recruitment strategy.
The Department for Education says it will restore teaching as a valued profession with significant funding increases.