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Who organises school trips?

School trips are usually organised by schools or educational institutions, following strict safety guidelines and risk assessments. In this case, the bus driver privately arranged the annual trip, which raises questions about oversight and safety protocols for such independent excursions, especially when transporting schoolchildren.

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