New plan to fix 'ageing and fragile' schools exposed by Raac crisis
Summary
A new report highlights that many school buildings in England remain old and fragile. The government aims to make all schools free of a problematic type of concrete, known as Raac, by 2029 through a 10-year plan to improve school infrastructure.Key Facts
- Many schools in England are considered old and fragile.
- Raac, a type of concrete used between the 1950s and 1990s, is problematic because it only lasts about 30 years.
- Some schools had to close in 2023 due to Raac issues, impacting students' education.
- The UK's education secretary announced a 10-year plan to improve school buildings.
- By 2029, all schools in England should be free of Raac or under reconstruction.
- The government plans to spend £2.4 billion in 2025/26 on school improvements.
- New school buildings will have features to support students with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND).
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