BARON McConnell of Glenscorrodale has been doing the rounds on radio and television telling the Scottish Government that something has got to be done about children’s education.
How about himself and the other “socialist” barons (too many to name) quitting the unelected House of Lords and returning to do something useful in Scotland (Jack could return to teaching)?
READ MORE: Former FM Jack McConnell says ‘education should be prioritised like health’
In addition, the money saved by not paying the baron’s considerable expenses (check them online!) could be used to narrow the attainment gap.
Andrew Sanders
Glasgow
CAN I point out the obvious very obvious answer to classrooms shortages? The hiring of Portacabins/offices etc. Plenty of room within school grounds to position them.
Michael Maclennan
Invergordon
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