An amendment to the Children and Families Bill will see a requirement placed on schools to make arrangements to support children who have medical conditions. The aim of the amendment, proposed by Education Secretary Michael Gove, is to help improve educational outcomes for children with long-term health problems. The Department for Education will work with schools, health organisations and parents to draft statutory guidance, which will be subject to a consultation early next year.
Around 46 per cent of children aged between 10- and 14-years-old have seen their parents drunk, according to research published by Drinkaware today. The survey, carried out by ICM, also revealed that 29 per cent of children have seen their parents drunk on more than one occasion. Drinkaware is launching a campaign to raise awareness of potential issues around children and alcohol. The charity also wants parents to consider their role as positive role models to their children.
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