Gillian Keegan, the Education Secretary, has expressed deep concern about children attending pro-Palestinian demonstrations during the school day. Thousands of children participated in 'School Strike for Palestine' rallies in several cities across the UK, calling for a ceasefire in Gaza. Keegan warned that these protests may expose schoolchildren to anti-Semitism and should be taken seriously. The demonstrations were organized with the help of Left-wing campaign group Stop the War Coalition, which provided guidance on organizing rallies and getting away with pupil absences. Photos and videos showed schoolchildren waving Palestinian flags and holding signs demanding a ceasefire.