Ofsted boss at time of Ruth Perry's death to get peerage

Amanda Spielman, former Ofsted chief inspector during the time of head teacher Ruth Perry’s death, is set to become a peer in the House of Lords, nominated by Conservative leader Kemi Badenoch. Spielman faced criticism for Ofsted’s response to Perry’s suicide after an inspection, with her nomination sparking controversy among Perry’s family and critics. Despite this, a Conservative source praised Spielman as a “brilliant thinker with a wealth of knowledge” who would be a valuable addition to Parliament.

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