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Schools are back: how to beat truancy?

Schools are back: how to beat truancy?

Update: 2025-08-31

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Education secretary Bridget Phillipson outlines her plans to tackle truancy. Also, hostage advocate Diane Foley on her hopes for the Middle East.

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Schools are back: how to beat truancy?

Schools are back: how to beat truancy?

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