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The Future of Education

"The aftermath of the pandemic represents a once-in-a-generation opportunity to change education and early years education"

The future of education must focus on long-term recovery and students’ mental health, not short-term catch-up. The Future of Education report follows a survey of Community union’s education and early years members across the UK.

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.

Updates 17 September 2021: Voice Community: Latest COVID-19 FAQs

Updates 14 September 2021:

Voice Community: Comment on the proposed vaccination of 12-16 year olds

England (DfE): Latest DfE updated guidance and information

Scottish Government:

Safety mitigations to keep children, young people and staff safe in schools will be extended until at least the October holidays.

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— ScotGov Education (@ScotGovEdu) September 14, 2021

School safety: Safety mitigations to keep children, young people and staff safe in schools will be extended until at least the October holidays...including the use of face coverings by pupils in secondary school classrooms.

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