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Scottish government proposals also call for pilot schemes to ‘begin immediately’ but councils have ‘significant concerns’ about cost and impact – and, along with unions, say they’ve been blindsided

‘Serious risk to health and safety’ posed by workload, says Scottish Secondary Teachers’ Association after surveying members

Four-day teacher working week, dedicated day for professional activities and minimum pupil learning hours proposed, but union expresses ‘deep disappointment’ at handling of announcement

The profound change happening in Scottish education makes it more important than ever to support colleagues and pupils, says outgoing SLS president

But hours after the pay deal announcement details emerge of a ballot on strike action over teachers’ class-contact time

The increasing take-up of newer vocational and technical qualifications in Scotland is evidence of Curriculum for Excellence’s success, education secretary tells ADES