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Stephen Lawrence Day 2021

Join us in remembering Stephen Lawrence and his legacy.

Stephen Lawrence Day was established in 2019, on the 25th anniversary of Stephen’s death from a racially motivated attack. It is a day dedicated to Stephen’s memory that also allows people to reflect upon the part we all play in creating a society in which everyone can flourish. Join us and get involved to promote equality and diversity in your workplace.

Coronavirus (COVID-19)

The wellbeing of our members and employees is paramount at this time.

In response to the current crisis, and in line with government advice, Voice HQ in Derby is closed until further notice. All staff are now working from home and any disruption will be kept to a minimum. Please ensure your contact details are kept up to date to that we can provide news updates and information to you as soon as it becomes available.

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Voice joins forces with Community

Voice has transferred to Community Union to become its education and early years section.

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Coronavirus information (updated)

Guidance for schools, colleges, nurseries and other education and early years settings on the coronavirus, COVID-19, and information for members.

Sign .@CommunityUnion’s petition calling for all frontline staff to be given priority access to the vaccine once the elderly and the vulnerable have been vaccinated:https://t.co/Z2NLhoSwWG #vaccination #education #earlyyears
.@VoiceGenSec .@VoiceCymru .@VoiceScotland

— Voice Community (@Voicetheunion) February 26, 2021

Updates: 10 May 2021:

England (DfE):

From next Monday, pupils and teachers will not be required to wear face coverings in the classroom, but teachers should continue to wear them in communal areas. pic.twitter.com/B2NAFriXCp

— Department for Education (@educationgovuk) May 10, 2021

All remaining university students can return to campus and resume in-person learning from Monday 17 May – as the country takes the next step on the roadmap for leaving lockdown. pic.twitter.com/Wyv0iKQe1d

— Department for Education (@educationgovuk) May 10, 2021

Schools and colleges to benefit from boost in expert mental health support to help them recover from the challenges of the pandemic.

Northern Ireland (DENI): Weir announces £5m for summer youth activity scheme 10 May 2021

Update 7 May 2021: England:

Voice Community: Face coverings should remain in school

Latest DfE updated guidance and information

Updates 6 May 2021: Welsh Government: Youth work services guidance: coronavirus Guidance

Updates: 5 May 2021: Voice Community resources update (TUC video and Voice Community Cymru)

Updates 1 April 2021: Voice Community: Updated COVID-19 FAQs

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