Houses and shops could be turned into classrooms under new plans to make it easier for parents and teachers to set up their own schools, it was announced today.
Education Secretary Michael Gove revealed he has ordered a relaxation of planning laws and building regulations which he says are ”too bureaucratic” and prevent new schools from being built.
The move is Mr Gove’s latest step in implementing the Tories’ key education reform – free schools.
From today, parents, teachers, charities and other groups can begin submitting their bids to set up their own schools.
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