Labour MPs urge Starmer to set targets to boost number of male teachers in England (opens original article in a new tab)

Labour MPs are pushing for targets to increase male teachers in England and extend paternity leave, arguing it addresses toxic masculinity and improves family support.

• Labour MPs urge setting targets to increase male teachers in England
• Over 50 MPs support extending paternity leave from two weeks to match OECD standards
• MPs link male teacher shortage to combating toxic masculinity and manosphere influence