Welsh Government publishes statement on return to schools and colleges

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The Welsh Government has published a written statement from Jeremy Miles MS on the return to schools and colleges. The statement provides information on the operational arrangements for schools and colleges, with the top priority being to maximise in-person learning and minimising disruption in light of the Omicron variant of coronavirus (COVID-19). The statement also reiterates the guidance on wearing face coverings in schools, one-way systems, consistent seating plans and no large group assemblies. The Welsh Government also provided the option of staggered start and finish times as well as over £100m in funding for capital repair and improvement work, pandemic support and funding for disadvantaged learners.