UK Teaching Union Rejects Proposed Year 8 Reading Test

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A major teaching union in the United Kingdom has rejected government proposals for a new reading test aimed at Year 8 students (typically 12-13 years old). The union's opposition stems from concerns that the test will add to the already heavy workload of teachers and that it is not an effective way to improve literacy skills. They argue that existing assessment methods are sufficient and that the focus should be on providing more resources and support for struggling readers.