UK: Sexist banter 'should be tackled' in schools

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'An Institute of Physics (IoP) guide argues schools do not take sexist "banter" as seriously as they do racist or homophobic language.

This can lead to gender stereotyping and turn girls away from studying science subjects as often as boys.

"No woman should feel that their gender is a barrier to their success," the government said.

The guide, Opening Doors, to be presented at a conference hosted by the IoP, also urged teachers to reflect on their own language to ensure they are "not inadvertently transmitting negative messages".

It is based on the results of interviews with staff and young people in 10 schools in England.'