Over 100 schools told to shut buildings over RAAC concrete

More than 100 schools are facing the immediate closure of buildings constructed from potentially dangerous aerated concrete panels.
The Department for Education this week widened the scope of closures due to the use Reinforced Autoclaved Aerated Concrete during construction.
In guidance issued just days before the new school year, education chiefs have said that all areas and buildings with RAAC must close regardless of earlier risk ratings.The fresh guidance to teachers states: “We have b