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Daily Mirror
Daily Mirror
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Amber O'Connor

School sparks outrage after claims pupils told to "not take the knee" during games

A school has sparked fury following claims students have been told they should “not be taking the knee” - a commonplace statement against racism - during games.

The practice, which has become widespread following the murder of George Floyd, is intended to make a statement against racism.

According to Yorkshire Live reports, concerns over the school's alleged regulation of the practice were raised after Instagram page @imjustsheff shared a picture of an alleged presentation given at the school.

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