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During this lesson students explore the law that applies to young workers and what they can do if they believe their legal rights at work are not being upheld.
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Controversial issues: guidance for schools
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Over a series of short sessions, pupils will have the opportunity to consider topical issues related to their school life. Pupils will consider the strength of arguments for and against…
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This lesson explores what the law says in relation to the sending of sexually explicit images by those aged under 18. The lesson examines two scenarios of young people involved…
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Aimed at students in KS4 and 5 (13-18 year olds) the pack is designed to be delivered over a...
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