Schools across Wales will shut again this Thursday when teachers walk out for a second time in a continued row over pay and funding. Hundreds of schools closed in the first strike by members of the National Education Union on February 1.
Councils admit the full picture of school closures won't be known until the day of the strike but some have published lists - in Rhondda Cynon Taf just 10 out of 115 schools will be fully open. Parents are being advised to contact their child’s school and check media and schools' social media for the latest up-to-date information.
Union members initially suspended further strikes while talks continued with the Welsh Government but then rejected a new pay offer from education minister Jeremy Miles and will now strike again on March 2. Two further strike days are planned for March 15 and 16.
