Schools to become 'world class'

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Gordon Brown has again pledged to take England's schools to the next level and make them "world class". The PM was speaking during a national day of debate on how the government should improve children's lives. He said celebrities needed to become role models for young people and speak out against drugs. He said: "We've moved our schools from being below average to being above average. We've now got to make them world class." Mr Brown was addressing a citizens' jury meeting in central London as part of the day of consultation hosted by England's Children's Secretary, Ed Balls, taking place in four cities. Up to 400 parents, teachers, children and social care workers are attending events in Leeds, London, Portsmouth and Birmingham - with each session linked by satellite. Role models People are being asked for their views on services as well as the roles of parents and communities and what to do to keep children safe and healthy. The government says it will use the answers to help draw up a 10-year plan for children's services. The prime minister said good role models were crucial on issues such as drug abuse and criticised celebrities who thought they were "above the law". He added: "I spoke to Kelly Holmes last night, the great Olympic runner, she would be very happy to be one of the role models.