A new report published today by the National Audit Office highlights the worsening condition of some school buildings after years of underfunding.

Writing in today’s Express newspaper, NAHT general secretary Paul Whiteman said 'the government has failed to show the urgency and leadership needed to get a grip on this worrying situation', adding 'We fear it will only be a matter of time before a child is seriously injured unless the government acts decisively.'

NAHT is calling for an ambitious long-term school rebuilding strategy to ensure that every pupil is taught in a building that is safe and fit for purpose.

• Read Paul Whiteman's opinion piece in the Express (part of a longer article featuring head teacher case studies).
   
• Watch NAHT president-elect Simon Kidwell speaking on this morning's BBC Breakfast.
   
• Read NAHT's press release.
   
• Find out more about NAHT's policy and campaign work on school buildings at risk (scroll down to find links to more of today's media coverage).