The Labour Party has scrapped a policy introduced by former Chancellor Jeremy Hunt that would have mandated a compulsory 9-to-5 school day. The decision was confirmed by a party spokesperson, who stated that the policy was not in line with Labour's vision for education.
Mr. Hunt had proposed the measure during his tenure as Chancellor, arguing that it would help working parents and improve educational outcomes. However, critics claimed it was impractical and failed to consider the needs of students and teachers.
A Labour source said the policy was 'unworkable' and would have placed undue strain on schools. The party instead plans to focus on flexible school hours and increased funding for education.
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