Environmentalists have urged the UK government to promptly introduce a natural history GCSE, fearing delays could push its start to 2030. Originally supported by the previous Conservative administration, the initiative aims to educate students on observing and classifying plants and animals. Campaigners claim Labour's delays stem from a belief the GCSE reflects Tory values. Given the UK’s alarming nature depletion, they argue this qualification is essential for fostering environmental awareness and addressing skills shortages. With support from various educational sectors, the GCSE was expected to be implemented by 2025, yet fear remains regarding its future within a broader curriculum review.
The proposed GCSE in natural history, meant to reconnect children with nature, is facing delays that could postpone its introduction until 2030, alarming environmentalists.
Leading environmentalists, including conservationist Mary Colwell, argue that the natural history GCSE is critical for educating young people on biodiversity amid the UK's nature crisis.
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