Hundreds of teachers join the NUT march

Thousands of pupils across the country faced disruption or schools closures as teachers take part in a one day strike over school funding and conditions. Members of the National Union of Teachers walked out over a number of unresolved issues. They are calling for schools to be sufficiently funded to cover the increased staff costs and are protesting against the Government’s plans to turn schools into academies. Hundreds of teachers, students and members of the public gathered for a rally and march from Devonshire Green to Barkers Pool.