Patrick Martin
oldbloke1uk.bsky.social
Patrick Martin
@oldbloke1uk.bsky.social
I am a UK primary school teacher, trade unionist and Dad. I am also a clumsy DIY musician at usedsoyuz.bandcamp.com
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The Guardian: Donald Trump is turning America into a mafia state | Jonathan Freedland
www.theguardian.com/commentisfre...
Donald Trump is turning America into a mafia state | Jonathan Freedland
The pattern is inescapable – with just one caveat: organised crime bosses occasionally display more honour, says Guardian columnist Jonathan Freedland
www.theguardian.com
March 7, 2025 at 7:45 PM
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A third of teachers leave the profession within 5yrs of qualification.

A 2.8% unfunded pay offer isn't the solution to the recruitment & retention crisis.
Let’s send a clear message to the govt that we won’t back down until it #FundFairPay and #SaveOurSchools.

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March 5, 2025 at 4:00 PM
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Reports prove that children aren’t receiving crucial support because out-of-touch bureaucracy blocks their access to food.

Means testing means children missing out. The eligibility threshold for free school meals is a disgrace. Our response: neu.org.uk/press-releas...
Children living in poverty are missing out | National Education Union
EPI report shows more children living in poverty are missing out on free school meals and pupil premium
neu.org.uk
March 6, 2025 at 11:09 AM