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Friday 6 April 2018 8:00 AM
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In the news this week: IFS analysis points to gains for some and losses for others in relation to changes affecting FSM entitlement, a survey suggests that 60% of teachers think the number of impoverished children in their schools has increased, and 2 unions are considering strike action over pay.
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