The implementation of the removal of the defence of ‘Reasonable Chastisement’ has taken a step forward in the National Assembly after consultation from BASW Cymru and others.
BASW England's Children and Families PPEG supports the Department for Education (DFE) position that calm and safe classrooms benefit students and teachers alike and create cohesive and supportive school communities. We are concerned however, by the DFE position that it will “crack down on the bad behaviour in 1 in 3 schools”.
This draconian, punitive policy was introduced by former Conservative Chancellor George Osbourne and the latest data highlights the number of claimants affected by the change in policy as a result of having a third or subsequent child in their household.
BASW England recognises the points raised in today’s publication from the Home Affairs committee of their inquiry into serious youth violence and agrees with many of its recommendations.
The BASW England Children and Families Practice, Policy and Education Group (PPEG), who are involved in the consultation on reporting in the Family Courts, have responded to the most recent draft guidance.