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The Guardian - UK
The Guardian - UK
National
Richard Adams Education editor

East London school in Palestinian flag row could close after threats and abuse

Two children (faces not in picture) in the playground at Barclay primary school
Children at Barclay primary school. The academy trust has sought help from the Metropolitan police. Photograph: Felix Clay

An east London school has warned parents it may switch to online learning for its pupils because of threats to the school and abuse of staff since its decision to ban political symbols, including the Palestinian flag.

Barclay primary school in Leyton, Waltham Forest, said it had sought help from the Metropolitan police to investigate harassment of staff, and also hired private security, installed CCTV cameras and restricted public access to the school.

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