Local councils fork out millions in compensation over 'baffling' school injury claims

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Local councils fork out millions in compensation over 'baffling' school injury claims

Local councils across England have forked out almost £4million in compensation over "baffling" school injury claims. Around 6,000 claims were settled over the past two years, according to figures obtained through a Freedom of Information request. Among the more unusual payouts, Newcastle City Council awarded £4,000 to a pupil who burned their lip on a toasted marshmallow. West Northamptonshire Council paid £20,000 …