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Most families in England were given their first choice of secondary school - but the picture is varied.

Schools in England are being issued with new guidance on how to spot signs that children are involved with gangs.

Teenagers who complete a period of work experience at McDonald's will be able to gain a qualification equivalent to a GCSE.

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