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MPs to debate academisation amid distraction fears

The row over forced academisation will continue today after Labour secured a debate in Parliament on the controversial issue.

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By Dan Peters | 13 April 2016

The row over forced academisation will continue today after Labour secured a debate in Parliament on the controversial issue.

MPs will debate the issue amid warnings that the reforms will be a ‘huge distraction from teaching and learning' with school leaders worried they will be forced to hire and spend money on lawyers, consultants and accountants.

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