Almost all of Scotland's schools are expected to be closed if a teachers' strike goes ahead next Thursday.

Every secondary school in the country is currently due to shut during the 24-hour strike by EIS members in a dispute over pay.

Only Orkney and Shetland councils expect to be able to keep some of their primary schools open.

The EIS is by far the country's biggest teaching union, and represents about 80% of teachers.

The AHDS union, which represents some heads and deputes, is also striking.

The unions have rejected a 5% pay increase, saying they want 10% to reflect the cost of living crisis and rising inflation.

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