Schools in Waltham Forest advised to close early for Christmas | East London and West Essex Guardian Series

Waltham Forest Council is advising schools to close early. Photo: PA
Waltham Forest schools have been advised to close their doors to almost all children as the borough faces “very serious” Covid rates.
Council leader Clare Coghill confirmed on Monday (December 14) the council was “recommending” schools close except for vulnerable children and the children of key workers.
The council's decision contradicts the Government's warning for schools not to close early.
Neighbouring Redbridge Council also said it would support schools wanting to close early for Christmas and switch to online learning. But Greenwich and Islington councils rowed back on their advice for pupils to be taught online in the last few days of term.

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