Violence and neglect are rife in unregistered schools across the UK. We explore how a legal loophole allows these establishments to operate under the radar, ignoring basic educational and safeguarding standards. With inspectors powerless to intervene, the abuse continues.

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Guest: Tom Ball, reporter for The Times.

Host: David Aaronovitch.

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