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Introduce British Sign Language (BSL) to all primary school children

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Use digital platforms to introduce BSL to all children within primary schools. Studies suggest sign-language use improves spelling, reading and language skills for all. It promotes inclusion of hearing-impaired children, supporting better educational, employment, and mental health outcomes.

Bridget Phillipson

Bridget Phillipson

Education Secretary

Isolation from communication barriers
Deaf GCSE attainment gap parallels disadvantage
Digital BSL in primary schools
Support employment for hearing impaired

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Introduce British Sign Language (BSL) to all primary school children

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Use digital platforms to introduce BSL to all children within primary schools. Studies suggest sign-language use improves spelling, reading and language skills for all. It promotes inclusion of hearing-impaired children, supporting better educational, employment, and mental health outcomes.

Bridget PhillipsonBridget Phillipson
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Digital BSL in primary schools
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