In a recent update from the Department for Education, it has been confirmed that reinforced autoclaved aerated concrete (RAAC) posing a risk of collapse has been identified in an additional 40 schools and colleges. This brings the total number of affected educational institutions to 214 as of Monday.
Education Secretary Gillian Keegan reassured the public, stating that 94% of students attending these schools and colleges are still receiving full-time face-to-face education, crediting the hard work of school leaders. However, she acknowledged that 12 settings have implemented “hybrid arrangements,” where some students engage in remote learning alongside in-person classes.
