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PM Mottley Wants Education Reform

PM Mottley Wants Education Reform

January 31, 2023
1:49 pm

Expect some major education reforms as Prime Minister Mia Amor Mottley admits to significant deficiencies.

She notes concern over the reading and other skills of some children passing through the system and spoke of plans to reintroduce diagnostic tests.

She was addressing concerns raised by a member of the public at the St. Lucy Speaks town hall forum.

She hinted that plans may soon be announced.

Prime Minister Mia Amor Mottley

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