30% of Welsh teachers faced violence or physical abuse, prompting calls for better protection.

Violence in Welsh schools is under scrutiny as Shadow Education Minister Laura Anne Jones MS expresses concern over the "epidemic of violence" faced by teachers. More than 30% of teachers in Wales reportedly experienced violence or physical abuse from a pupil in the past year, prompting calls for better protection. The teachers' union, NASUWT, has urged the government to provide adequate safety and support in schools, while the Welsh Conservatives propose a 5-point plan, including creating a national helpline for staff.