He added: "There's no plans for schools to close and it's rightly been a national priority for all pupils to return to school full time." On testing arrangements for schools, he said: "We're obviously working closely with schools, the DfE are continuing to work closely with schools and the health secretary said yesterday we appreciate there'll be some work over Christmas to (ensure) schools are ready and we're incredibly grateful for the continued efforts of school staff. (Image: PA)Asked about vaccinating school children, he added: "We've always said that we will prioritise those with the most clinical need and that remains the case." It follows calls for schools to return to remote learning after the festive break. The two-week period should be used to begin vaccinating school staff, as well as NHS and care workers, the union leaders say in their open letter.

Source: Daily Mirror December 21, 2020 15:31 UTC