Schools and other council services affected by strike action on Thursday 10 July 2014

Due to industrial action by Unison and the National Union of Teachers (NUT), some Shropshire schools and council buildings will be closed today (Thursday 10 July 2014).

With regards to schools, each governing body made the decision on whether it was necessary to close their school, based on each individual circumstance.  However we have been, and continue to work with county trade union representatives and schools to provide advice and support, look at the potential impact, and minimise the disruption caused by the planned industrial action.

Schools were advising parents about their operational arrangements, including whether they were to be open, closed or partially open (to selected year groups or classes).

Schools were also asked to inform us if they will be open, closed or partially open.  However, not every school confirmed its plans.

The industrial action is expected to have a limited impact on the delivery of other council services, including children’s centres, nurseries, libraries, leisure centres, bin collections and day centres.

For the latest information and a list of those schools and council services affected please check the Shropshire Council website at: http://shropshire.gov.uk/strike-action-10-july-2014/