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15 Sep 2021

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GMB Union has responded to education secretary Gavin Williamson losing his position in the cabinet reshuffle.

Rehana Azam, GMB National Secretary, said:

“We’ve had nothing but failing Education Secretaries under this Government.

“Our kids deserve one that invests in children’s education and future.”

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