Allow schools to close early as Omicron spreads exponentially, says UNISON 

Allowing schools to close early this week would reduce the risk of Omicron transmission, make Christmas less stressful for families and give staff more time to get their boosters, says UNISON today (Wednesday).
The union wants the government to take immediate action and says this would help reduce the risk to everyone in the lead up to the festive break.
Heads should be able to close schools a few days early without the fear of government criticism. Ministers should also ensure air filtration de