One parent, who is a full-time carer, told the Mirror she'd only consider not sending her children to school if there was a bomb threat, highlighting the struggle facing most parents

Education secretary Bridget Phillipson has asked parents to trust teachers at schools — if their child's school is open during the heatwave this week as hundreds are shut

Earlier this week, vast swathes of the country reported being disturbed by a series of sudden, loud noises.