Updated: February 2, 2021, 8:59 pm
Schools will return on a phased basis from February 22, subject to confirmation on February 16 (Danny Lawson/PA)
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Campaigners have welcomed the news that the youngest pupils are likely to return to school later this month but said the continuing limbo is “devastating” for older children.
UsForThem Scotland, a campaign group for parents, said more needs to be done to support those who have to continue to learn at home after First Minister Nicola Sturgeon announced that some pupils will return to Scottish schools from February 22, subject to confirmation on February 16.
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Nicola Sturgeon promised at today s daily briefing to outline our most up-to-date thinking on how and when pupils will return to school.
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An update will be given tomorrow on when and how pupils may return to school.
The First Minister’s Covid statement will include news about remote learning beyond mid-February, as well as details of plans for coronavirus testing in schools.
Parents need help. Despite the occasional bit of platitudinous advice, the key role played by mothers and fathers in home schooling is not being officially addressed. The leader of the country’s
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