The proposal followed the latest report by Sir Alan Steer, the government's adviser on improving behaviour in schools. His report said teachers should be able to search pupils for drink and drugs both in school and when on school trips off-site. The proposal, which has been backed by the government, would also let teachers search for cigarettes and stolen property.
Children's Secretary Ed Balls said the move will mean "everyone knows that a teacher's authority in the classroom is unquestionable". He said: "I want to build on the powers we have already given teachers following Steer's earlier recommendations on searching for weapons by extending these to cover drugs, alcohol and other inappropriate items."
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