Labour's Education Day of Action a success

News Desk
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Posted Wednesday, October 5, 2016 - 1:40pm

Members of Exeter Labour Party took to the streets this past Saturday, following a rallying call to defend education from their recently re-elected leader, Jeremy Corbyn. Speaking at the annual conference last week, Mr Corbyn called on all party members to campaign in a 'day of action' against Tory plans to reinstate selection and the failed grammar school system.

Cllr Hannah Packham said: "Recent announcements on the reintroduction of selection in our education system have alarmed many, including parents, grandparents, teachers, education experts, Councillors & MPs. Many of whom remember that selection for some meant segregation and secondary modern education for many."

"There exists no evidence that selection, with the reintroduction of grammar schools, improves the educational achievement of the majority of children; but means the introduction of a two tier system. This is a retrograde step for millions of children across England, driven by Tory ideology rather than evidence."

Cllr Chris Musgrave said: "It was great to see members, existing and new, come together for a common aim. The opposition to these disastrous proposals was palpable on the street, as was the support for Labour in our city."

"Working alongside the National Union of Teachers (NUT) on this campaign was really welcome and something I hope to do much more of as we continue to oppose divisive Tory policy."

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