Trade union GMB Scotland has called for action as the escalating situation reaches 'crisis level'
GMB organiser Vicki Leonard believes the situation of violence in schools is at "crisis level" and has called for urgent action.
In August, the Perthshire Advertiser revealed there were 1643 incidents of violence and abuse reported by school staff at Perth and Kinross Council in 2023/24. The figures were included in the Perth and Kinross Education Improvement Plan 2024-2025. GMB organiser Vicki Leonard has called for urgent action across Scotland's local authorities, including Perth and Kinross Council.
Perth and Kinross Council said the safety and wellbeing of both pupils and staff was a "top priority" and its school staff were trained in preventing and de-escalating behaviour. "The safety and wellbeing of children, young people and staff alike is a top priority for us as a council as this contributes to an effective learning and teaching environment.
Perth And Kinross Council Education Schools
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