Schools in England will close from Friday until further notice for all pupils except children of key workers and the most vulnerable, Education Secretary Gavin Williamson has said.
Mr Williamson told MPs: “I want to provide parents, students and staff with the certainty they need.
“After schools shut their gates on Friday afternoon they will remain closed until further notice.
“This will be for all children except to those of key workers and where children who are most vulnerable.”
The Prime Minister also said “exams will not take place as planned in May and June” after the announcement that schools in England will close for most pupils.
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