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Because most schools in Scotland feel they will offend children of single mothers and lesbians, they have banned all Fathers day cards. The policy was finally uncovered after many of the dads failed to receive their regular cards and handmade gifts on Father's Day. Schools in cities such as Glasgow, Edingurgh, East Renfrewshire, Dunfries, Galloway and Clackmannshire have instituted the policy in the interests of the rising number of single parent/same sex homes, despite those who aren't in agreement. Those championing family rights say this policy is ridiculous and doesn't pay proper respect to fathers. In April it was reported that 25% of children in Britain live with a single parent. In the past two decades the rate has doubled. Schools and teachers claim that they are just trying to be culturally aware. Many schools allow their students to partake in the crafting of cards for Mother's Day. On Father's Day, however, many schools have begun a new policy which bans Father's Day cards. This followed a series of diverse politically correct measures launched in primary schools, which includes the removal of Christian references from holiday greeting cards. Divorce and the breakdown of the family unit may be the causes of this difference. When interacting with children, whose fathers are not living with them, or for those without fathers, teachers are required to be "sensitive". Schools are facing bigger problem, due to the country's accelerating breakdown of the family.
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Martha is a freelance journalist writing about Fathers Day cards.
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