Divorcing teachers say they are living in limbo waiting for pension valuations to be calculated.
A new report says schools in England may have to make cuts to meet pupils' needs and cover pay rises.
Ofsted's chief inspector says a new inspection system should reward more inclusive mainstream schools.
Some 8,000 students across the county are expected to be impacted by the industrial action.
A number of schools are closed in Northern Ireland due to adverse weather.
Parents of children turning five in the next academic year are asked to enrol them by 31 January.
The former assistant head sent messages of a "sexual nature", the Teaching Regulation Agency says.
The impact on children should be at the centre of policy decisions, says a Cambridge professor.
Several schools in County Durham and one in Northumberland are closed after heavy snow.
Ofsted figures say Cornwall, Plymouth and Torbay all have persistent absence rates of about 23%.
A spokesperson says the council is "committed to providing the best education and support" for all.
A spokesperson says the council is "committed to providing the best education and support" for all.
A statutory four-week consultation for people to have their say on the proposals runs until 3 February
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