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Teachers Strike Over 'Culture of Violence' in Schools

1/9/2026

Summary

Story summary

Teachers at Ravensfield and Lily Lane primary schools on a nine-day strike over pupil violence, described by the National Association of Schoolmasters Union of Women Teachers (NASUWT) as a 'culture of violence'.
Union reps criticized the Changing Lives in Collaboration (CLIC) Trust for poor conditions and ignoring concerns.
Jo Ashcroft, chief executive of the Changing Lives in Collaboration (CLIC) Trust, said safety and safeguarding are priorities despite the rapid strike.

History

Historical Context

The 1985 teachers' strike in the UK, driven by concerns over unsafe classroom conditions, saw over 50% of educators reporting feeling unsafe. This historical struggle resonates today as strikes at Ravensfield and Lily Lane primary schools highlight ongoing safety issues in education. The implications may prompt renewed discussions on safety policies and the responsibilities of educational trusts like CLIC.

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Story summary

Teachers at Ravensfield and Lily Lane primary schools on a nine-day strike over pupil violence, described by the National Association of Schoolmasters Union of Women Teachers (NASUWT) as a 'culture of violence'.
Union reps criticized the Changing Lives in Collaboration (CLIC) Trust for poor conditions and ignoring concerns.
Jo Ashcroft, chief executive of the Changing Lives in Collaboration (CLIC) Trust, said safety and safeguarding are priorities despite the rapid strike.

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