Phillipson targets school absence crisis
Newly appointed Education Secretary Bridget Phillipson pledges urgent action to address England's school attendance crisis, calling it a 'national priority'.
Newly appointed Education Secretary Bridget Phillipson pledges urgent action to address England's school attendance crisis, calling it a 'national priority'.
A Tennessee school district has sparked debate by banning doctor's notes for student absences. Critics argue it undermines health concerns, while officials claim it reduces administrative burdens.
Sick leave among Whitehall civil servants has surged dramatically, with new data revealing a sharp rise in absences since Keir Starmer took office. Experts warn of a growing crisis in public sector health and productivity.