As Leader of Powys County Council, I want to be clear – we fully accept the findings of the recent Estyn inspection into our education services, and we are determined to deliver the improvements our learners deserve

Estyn’s report highlights areas of significant concern including school site security, leadership and the need for a sustainable model for post-16 education. These are serious issues and we are treating them with the urgency they demand.

At the same time, it’s important to recognise the positives. Estyn acknowledged our efforts to rebuild trust with schools, the........

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