Is it the system that’s wrong? The number of children who stopped going to school rose during the pandemic. But now the lockdowns are over, and they are still not back in class.
Warning bells as school absences skyrocket
Empty seats: School absences increased during the pandemic but have not dropped down again. Glossary
Government - The group of people who govern - or lead - the country.
NHS - The National Health Service, the publicly funded healthcare system in the UK. The NHS was founded in 1948.
Campaign - An organised set of actions to achieve a certain goal.
Absence - Something that is missing.
Mental health - The part of your health that has to do with your mind, your thoughts and feelings.
Charity - An organisation that helps people in need. It does not make money as a business does. Most people who work for charities are volunteers. This means they are not paid.
Stress - Feelings of worry or pressure.