NUT Cymru Secretary David Evans today pays tribute to the youngsters and their teachers for the hard work which has led to GCSE success.

Commenting on today’s results, Christine Blower, Acting General Secretary of the National Union of Teachers, Europe’s largest teaching union said;

On the morning when Wales woke up to another set of excellent A level results, NUT Cymru Secretary David Evans paid tribute to the youngsters and their teachers for the hard work which led to this success.

Commenting on today’s provisional results for Key Stage 3, Christine Blower, Acting General Secretary of the National Union of Teachers, Europe’s largest teaching union said;

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Reflecting upon the High Court decision in favour of Sarika Singh that found her school guilty of indirect discrimination by refusing to allow her to wear the Kara, a religious bangle that is an expression of her Sikh faith, David Evans Secretary of NUT Cymru, Wales’ largest union for qualified teachers has called for better guidance to be given to schools to ensure that such a situation does not arise again. Mr Evans said:

At the end of its first year as a coalition Government NUT Cymru says that it is time to consolidate on what has been achieved during that 12 month period and to reflect upon missed opportunities that have caused concern. NUT Cymru Secretary David Evans said:

Commenting on the Government’s proposals to introduce on-line pupil reports for parents in the next five years, Christine Blower, Acting General Secretary of the National Union of Teachers, Europe’s largest teaching union said;

Commenting on Ed Balls’ and Christine Gilbert’s letters to the House of Commons’ schools Select Committee, Christine Blower, Acting General Secretary of the National Union of Teachers, Europe’s largest teaching union said;

The Fairer Futures Project is an exciting new project to support the Union's equal opportunities work so that the Union can reduce inequalities faced by teachers at work. This project is funded by the Department of Trade and Industry from the Union Modernisation Fund, part of the Government's commitment to support the trade union movement.

Commenting on the future of this year’s Sats tests, Christine Blower, Acting General Secretary of the National Union of Teachers, Europe’s largest teaching union said;

From the beginning of September 2007 all primary and secondary maintained schools in England were given the legal duty to promote community cohesion. The Runnymede Trust is inviting teachers and staff in English schools to give their views in an on-line survey opinion on how they are coping with this obligation and whether it is having a positive effect.

Commenting on the survey by Which? magazine, Christine Blower, Acting General Secretray of the National Union of Teachers, Europe’s largest teaching union said;

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Commenting on the latest instalment of Sir Alan Steer's Behaviour Review, Christine Blower, Acting General Secretary of the National Union of Teachers, Europe's largest teaching union, said;

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Commenting on the statement from the National Assessment Agency, Christine Blower, Acting General Secretary of the National Union of Teachers, Europe’s largest teaching union said;

A residential weekend conference in Brighton for teachers who are lesbian, gay, bisexual or trans. Applications from heterosexual teachers who want to campaign to stop discrimination of teachers on the grounds of sexual orientation, homophobic and transphobic prejudice are welcome.

Commenting on the DCSF’s latest exclusion figures for 2006/7, Christine Blower, Acting General Secretary of the National Union of Teachers, Europe’s largest teaching union said;

Commenting on the CBI’s response to Government’s plans for Diplomas, Christine Blower, Acting General Secretary of the National Union of Teachers, Europe’s largest teaching union said;

This 14-19 policy paper is based on the policies of the NUT and the University and College Union . This policy summarises and collates their policies and will hopefully stimulate further discussion and debate. The policy further emphasises the importance of the school and college sectors working together to meet the needs of all learners. This joint policy will be a powerful tool for teachers and lecturers as they work to strengthen relationships between the two sectors.

31st October till 2nd November 2008 Stoke Rochford Hall, Grantham, Lincolnshire There will be a range of speakers and workshops at the conference

Christine Blower, Acting General Secretary of the National Union of Teachers, Europe’s largest teaching union said;

Commenting on the use of teaching assistants in schools, Christine Blower, Acting General Secretary of the National Union of Teachers, Europe’s largest teaching union said;

Christine Blower, Acting General Secretary of the National Union of Teachers, Europe’s largest teaching union said;

Commenting on the problems of Headteacher recruitment as highlighted by the National College for School Leadership, Christine Blower, Acting General Secretary of the National Union of Teachers, Europe’s largest teaching union said;

Commenting on the interim report of the Primary Maths Review, Christine Blower, Acting General Secretary of the National Union of Teachers, Europe’s largest teaching union said:

The NUT fully supports Unite Against Fascism's major march and rally in London to demonstrate opposition to the BNP. For further information please click here. To find out about Unite Against Fascism's work visit their website.

Commenting on Nick Clegg’s speech on education, Christine Blower, Acting general Secretary of the National Union of Teachers, Europe’s largest teaching union said;

FAIR PAY FOR TEACHERS - Teachers’ pay has fallen behind inflation and behind pay in other professions. GOOD FOR CHILDREN, GOOD FOR TEACHERS - The NUT wants a proper work life balance for every teacher. It’s good for you and good for the children you teach.

On 24 April 2008, NUT members put education back at the top of the public agenda, highlighting to the Government the erosion of teachers’ pay. Thousands of NUT members across England and Wales joined marches, rallies and meetings in support of the Union’s campaign.

Commenting on the Home Affairs Select Committee’s report, Christine Blower, Acting General Secretary of the National Union of Teachers, Europe’s largest teaching union said;

Commenting on Ed Balls’ launch of the National Challenge for secondary schools, Christine Blower, Acting General Secretary of the National Union of Teachers, Europe’s largest teaching union said; “The commitment of £400 million pounds to a group of secondary schools in challenging circumstances is obviously a major plus point in the Secretary of State’s statement. Resources are needed for the challenge that social and economic deprivation creates. Indeed local authorities have a vital responsibility to help facilitate staff sharing ideas and innovation.

Wales’ largest teaching union has taken the initiative over the funding crisis afflicting education in Wales by inviting interested parties to its All Wales Meeting to be held at the Marriott Hotel in Cardiff on 7th June.

In July, leaders of eight of the world's wealthiest and most powerful nations - the G8 - will meet in Hokkaido, Japan for their annual meeting.

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Mental ill health is the second largest cause of sickness absence in the UK. Stress depression and anxiety account for more than fifty per cent of all mental health problems.

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Commenting on the new advice to schools Christine Blower, Acting General Secretary of the National Union of Teachers, Europe’s largest teaching union said;

Teaching Citizenship through Human Rights: A Training Conference - Wednesday 15th October 2008.

Commenting on the latest Ofsted report, Christine Blower, Acting General Secretary of the National Union of Teachers, Europe’s largest teaching union said;

A residential weekend conference in Brighton for teachers who are lesbian, gay, bisexual or trans. Applications from heterosexual teachers who want to campaign to stop discrimination of teachers on the grounds of sexual orientation, homophobic and transphobic prejudice are welcome.

The 2008 Global Campaign for Education continues to fight for the right to an education for all children around the world. Millions of children, the majority of them girls, children with disabilities or children who live in war zones, are denied the right to go to school worldwide.

The NUT is supporting the 2008 practical research for education conference, to be held at the NUT headquarters in London on Wednesday 9 July. The theme for the day is making a difference with research, and the event will feature presentations, discussions and workshops. A special delegate rate of £90 is available to all NUT members. For more information or to book your place phone Alice Yorke on 01753 637002, email book.sales@nfer.ac.uk or visit http://www.pre-online.co.uk/pre_events08.asp

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Why the NUT calls for a different approach

The NUT is opposed to the establishment of Trust schools. We believe that schools are best able to meet the needs of their communities when they remain as Community schools and are supported by local authorities. The NUT has published materials for parents, school governors and teachers to use wherever trust school status is proposed.