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Are term-time holidays worth the cost in Liverpool?
Liverpool parents are facing a sharp rise in fines for taking their children on holiday during term time, with figures showing a 151% increase in some areas since 2018.
While the government says fines are crucial in tackling school absence, critics argue they don鈥檛 address the real reasons behind missed school days. Should parents have the right to take their kids on holiday without financial penalties, or is keeping attendance high more important?
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