This petition was submitted during the 2019-2024 parliament
Rejected petition Keep schools closed in January 2021 to protect against the new strain (COVID-19)
With the rising cases and new strain it is essential that schools remain closed and instead resort to online learning.
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Teacher and pupils are at greater risk with this new strain of Covid. With no vaccine promised to teacher it is essential that they are protect so that they are able to educate virtually from the safety of their homes. Children also pose a risk to their families and the vulnerable if they are to return to school in January 2021
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You may wish to sign this petition calling for the same action: https://petition.parliament.uk/petitions/550846
The latest guidance on schools returning in January is available here: https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/schools-and-childcare-settings-return-in-january-2021/schools-and-childcare-settings-return-in-january-2021
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