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Opportunity to help shape education law for 'today's society'

Have you say on the future of education on the Isle of Man

Members of the public are being given an opportunity to shape the Island's future education law.

Views on all aspects of the education system including catchment areas, emergency school closures, religious education, additional educational needs and mobile phones are being sought.

The Education Amendment Bill consultation is designed to modernise areas of existing policy. 

It will run until 10 May and can be found HERE.

Education, Sport and Culture Minister Daphne Caine said: "It is a key piece of work which contributes to Our Island Plan in particular the aim of providing ‘outstanding lifelong learning and development opportunities for all.

"I would encourage anybody with a view they’d like to share to complete the consultation, ensuring that the development of education legislation and policy on the Island reflects the needs of children and young people in today’s society." 

The bill is due to be introduced into the branches of Tynwald in early 2025.

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