Clegg's split over education
The Deputy Prime Minister is to open dividing lines with the Tories by insisting all teachers should be qualified, and the national curriculum should be taught in every school.
Labour backs Nick Clegg over school reforms
The new shadow education secretary has said he is "delighted" that the Deputy Prime Minister has called for qualified teachers in all schools, causing potential divisions in the coalition.
According to the Observer, Tristam Hunt said: "I'm delighted Nick Clegg has realised the dangers of an ideologically driven schools policy. We would be happy to work with him to reintroduce accountability, proper standards and qualified teachers in all our schools across the country."
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