Jon Platt interview outside Supreme Court

Jon Platt interview outside Supreme Court

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The video discusses the legal interpretation of 'regularly' in the context of school attendance, highlighting a dispute between the Department for Education and legal precedents. The Department argues for a stricter interpretation, which could lead to criminal consequences for parents if their child misses a single day of school. The video also covers potential outcomes for parents and political opposition to the Department's stance.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the traditional legal interpretation of the term 'regularly'?

Every single day

Very frequently or often

Once a week

Occasionally

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What could happen to parents if the Department for Education's interpretation is accepted?

They will be required to attend a meeting with school officials.

They will be fined for every absence.

They will receive a warning for frequent absences.

They might face criminal charges for a single day's absence.

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What are the options for parents if they disagree with the Department for Education's stance?

Keep their child in state school and face consequences

Move their child to a private school

Home educate their child

All of the above

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the stance of the narrator's MP regarding the Department for Education's argument?

The MP has not commented on the issue.

The MP believes the argument is ridiculous.

The MP supports the Department's argument.

The MP is undecided on the issue.

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the potential impact on the education system if the Department for Education wins?

Increased enrollment in state schools

More parents opting for private or home education

No significant change

A decrease in private school enrollment