Schools across England and Wales are facing a severe teacher shortage, with thousands of vacancies reported ahead of the new academic year.
Unions blame poor pay and workload stress, warning that the education system risks a “collapse in quality.” The government has announced a recruitment drive, including incentives for math and science teachers.
Parents and students in several areas have already experienced disrupted schedules. Experts say if the issue is not addressed quickly, the UK could see long-term damage to its education standards.
