COLOMBO (News 1st); It has been decided to conduct academic activities at all schools belonging to the Southern Provincial Council from tomorrow (25) until 29th of July, on all five days of the week.

The decision has been reached during a meeting held with the participation of the Southern Province education authorities.

However, if principals, teachers and non-academic staff members are unable to attend due to transportation difficulties, prior approval must be obtained.

The Department of Education of the Southern Province stated that special holidays will be given for such approved days so that personal holidays of teachers will not be affected.

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