Education
The government has dropped plans to reopen primary schools before the end of term.
Children in poverty face a double disadvantage this summer.
But education secretary announces 70% of schools have admitted more pupils.
Children's commissioner describes reports as "huge disappointment" while others say the government had "over-promised something that wasn’t deliverable".
Exclusive: Children's Commissioner for England contrasts "small" cost of continuing voucher scheme with £132bn support for the economy.
From virtual hugs to some enterprising social distancing measures, teachers say despite all their fears – being reunited with school children has been surprisingly joyous.
New figures suggest 200,000 children have had to skip meals during the coronavirus pandemic.
It comes as protests take place in the wake of George Floyd's killing. The university has faced criticism for not admitting enough Black students.
For years I’d been told how important these exams were for my future. Now I worry I have no control over the next steps of my life.
From Black history lessons to cookery classes, families are embracing the longer-term benefits of homeschooling.