TEACHER'S NEWS
The Walsall NASUWT Teachers' Union, works to protect the status of the teaching profession and deliver real improvements to teachers' and school leaders.
Call for statutory restrictions on mobile phones in UK schools
by NASUWT Walsall Office
Posted 10/03/2026 13:53:29
NASUWT - The Teachers' Union is calling on governments across the UK to introduce a statutory requirement for pupils to lock away mobile phones and other portable electronic communication devices for the duration of the school day.
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Teachers' union rejects any new move to force academisation on schools
by NASUWT Walsall Office
Posted 10/03/2026 13:48:23
Commenting on the government's announcement that as part of schools reform, all schools will have to join an academy trust, Matt Wrack, General Secretary of NASUWT - The Teachers' Union, said....
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Send changes risk failing the children they claim to help
by NASUWT Walsall Office
Posted 10/03/2026 13:45:45
Responding to the latest report from the Public Accounts Committee, NASUWT General Secretary Matt Wrack said....
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Walsall General Meeting - 19th March
by NASUWT Walsall Office
Posted 09/03/2026 17:52:15
Guest speaker Chris Weavers
(National Official, Campaigns and Communications)
Representing HQ General Secretary Matt Wrack
Walsall TUC Annual General Meeting
by NASUWT Walsall Office
Posted 27/01/2026 19:30:13
Walsall TUC Annual General Meeting
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National Advisory Committee Elections 2026-2027
by NASUWT Walsall Office
Posted 14/01/2026 20:06:06
If you wish to have a place on one or more of these committees, please find the relevant form which can be found in the documents section of the website.
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NASUWT Benevolent Fund
by NASUWT Walsall Office
Posted 14/01/2026 19:37:02
The NASUWT Benevolent Fund is available to members, former members, the dependants of members and former members, and dependants of deceased members, provided a subscription has been paid to the Union.
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Supporting members during challenging times
by NASUWT Walsall Office
Posted 08/01/2026 16:56:47
When Graeme Thomas and his wife Clare (pictured) received life-changing news, they were able to turn to us for help. In April 2025 Clare was diagnosed with Motor Neurone Disease (MND).Through our Benevolent Fund we have been able to provide the family with essential financial support to help them deal with the current and future challenges they face.
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Black History Month 2025
by NASUWT Walsall Office
Posted 21/10/2025 17:08:56
The 2025 theme for Black History Month Standing Firm in Power and Pride highlights the contributions made by Black people as leaders, activists and pioneers who have shaped history and are forging a future of continued empowerment, unity and growth.
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Public service funding is still the elephant in the room, says NASUWT
by NASUWT Walsall Office
Posted 09/10/2025 19:22:09
Commenting on the Chancellor of the Exchequer's speech at Labour Party Conference, Matt Wrack, General Secretary of NASUWT - The Teachers Union, said:
"We welcome today's announcement to fund new school libraries, alongside the Chancellor's commitment to providing opportunity to young people through college, apprenticeships and work placements. Reasonable adjustments must be taken into account to make sure the programme is accessible for all eligible young people.
The Walsall NASUWT The Teachers' Union', works to protect the status of the teaching profession and deliver real improvements to teachers' and school leaders. The Union's aim is to serve the best interests of teachers no matter what party forms the Government at national or local level.
