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John Swinney accused of ‘failing’ children after fall in teacher numbers

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Holyrood · 12 Dec 2024

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HolyroodMedia coverage · 12 Dec 2024

After census figures showed teacher numbers down 621 to 53,412 FTE, Anas Sarwar and Russell Findlay attacked the SNP record at FMQs; the First Minister pledged to restore numbers.

People named: John Swinney, Anas Sarwar, Russell Findlay

Original source: John Swinney accused of ‘failing’ children after fall in teacher numbers
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