Denmark set to allow the return of 'physical force' to maintain order in schools
- Posted on October 10, 2026
- By Le Monde
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Denmark is implementing significant changes to school discipline policies, permitting educators to use physical restraint measures starting August 2027. For over five decades, teachers were restricted to physical intervention solely during safety emergencies. The new legislation expands these powers, allowing instructors to physically guide, restrain, or relocate disruptive students to maintain classroom order. This policy shift reflects growing concerns about escalating behavioral issues in educational settings and represents a controversial approach to managing student conduct.
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