Wider restrictions would still be needed to stop cases getting out of control, say researchers.

School leaders say catch up plans should not be “gimmicks” or create long hours for tired children.

Former Love Islander Dr Alex George says students should have “time to integrate slowly back in the classroom”.

A massive task lies ahead for schools as they try to make up for teaching time lost during the pandemic.

The new education catch-up tsar for England says summer schools have “promise” for pupils’ learning.

Of the cash the majority – £26.5m – will go toward supporting those on vocational courses.

Pupils without technology to access virtual lessons have been attending at the weekend instead.

Police hand out £34,000 in penalties as they break up the “absolutely appalling” event in Sheffield.

The education minister confirms children aged three to seven will return to school on 22 February.

The spending watchdog says the school meal voucher contract could have cost taxpayers less than it did.

How will young people get back on track in jobs, education, housing, mental health and socialising?

The payments will be made to almost 40,000 students by the end of March.