Schools minister Nick Gibb announced a number of new government measures today, intended to put teachers "back in control of the classroom" and reduce bureaucracy.
Currently, the law allows school staff to search anyone suspected of carrying a knife or weapon. Alcohol, controlled drugs and stolen property will be added to the list this year, on 1 September. But under the new measures, staff will also be allowed to search for mobile phones, MP3 players, pornography, cigarettes, fireworks, legal highs and anything else that may cause disorder or pose a safety threat in school. The government will also issue new guidance, stating that teachers should use force for safety or restraint where they see fit.
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