Nicky Morgan told MPs that there needs to be a cultural change following the Trojan Horse investigation in Birmingham and the child abuse scandal in Rotherham, when in both cases fears of being branded racist prevented council staff from dealing with allegations.
During a hearing by the education select committee on extremism in schools, Morgan was asked how councils and other institutions working with children can help the workforce feel more confident and safe investigating concerns where race could be an issue.
In response, she said the promotion of fundamental British values by those in positions of authority – at both local and national levels – is key to shifting perceptions.
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