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Powys Teacher Accused of Being Drunk and Calling Pupils Offensive Names

Alice Ashton, a teacher at Ysgol Bro Caereinion, was accused of being under the influence of alcohol and swearing at pupils during a January 17, 2024 lesson.
The accusations followed her September 19, 2023 drink-driving conviction at Telford Magistrates' Court and reports of her drinking alcohol from a bottle in class.
Students described Ashton playing loud music, dancing the Macarena, swearing, using rude hand gestures, and calling pupils offensive names while acting out of character.
Mr. Harrison indicated that the pupils’ testimonies strongly supported claims that Ashton consumed alcohol, used inappropriate language, and behaved improperly, resulting in a 12-month community order and a driving disqualification.
The Education Workforce Council panel found Ashton guilty of unacceptable professional conduct and removed her from the teaching register indefinitely.

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