This incident is still being investigated by Gwent Police, in collaboration with the school involved, and other partner agencies. As such, it would be inappropriate to comment further at this stage on the particular incident.
Bullying and harassment in any form is unacceptable. We expect allegations and incidents of racism and racial harassment to be fully investigated by schools with appropriate action taken to address the matter and prevent further instances from happening.
Learners and staff of every ethnicity should have opportunity to achieve their full potential and be part of an anti-racist culture. This culture should respect and nurture difference, make learners and staff feel safe, recognise different histories and experiences, and be one
which calls out – and acts upon – behaviours that are racist. It should support victims of racism, in a way that makes them feel supported and empowered.
Our Anti-Racist Wales Action Plan, published on 7 June, sets out a series of goals and actions to embed anti-racism within our education system by 2030. Making this transformation will benefit all learners and staff in our education system, and we are committed to meeting the goals within the Action Plan.