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More lives at risk unless Ofsted reformed, says Ruth Perry’s sister
[Kois Miah/NEU]

MORE lives could be lost due to “really disappointing” government delays in reforming Ofsted, Ruth Perry’s sister told the National Education Union conference today.

Ms Perry took her own life in 2023 after an inspection report downgraded her school from its highest rating to its lowest over safeguarding concerns.

A coroner ruled the report of Caversham Primary School “likely contributed” to her suicide.

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