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flag Cumberland fined 1,738 parents for term-time holidays in 2024/25 under new national rules, with only 1,362 fines paid.

flag Cumberland issued 1,738 fines in 2024/25 for parents taking children on term-time holidays, a sharp rise from previous years, due to new national guidance requiring penalties for unauthorised absences of 10 or more school sessions. flag Fines are £80 if paid within 21 days or £160 if paid within 28 days, with a second offence within three years costing £160. flag Only 1,362 of the 2024/25 fines were paid. flag Councils review each case individually and offer support for families facing challenges like special needs or mental health issues.

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