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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
National
Maya Oppenheim

Senior Tory MP criticises government’s refusal to back new sex education strategy aimed at boys

PA Wire

A senior Tory MP has criticised the government for refusing to commit to a new sex education strategy for boys which aims tackle sexual harassment and gender-based violence.

The Women and Equalities Committee called for proposals to be rolled out in schools, which would focus on engaging boys in relationships and sex education lessons. It also suggested that relationships, sex and health education (RSHE) should be made compulsory in sixth forms and colleges.

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