No go for "gay" insults

Using "gay" as an insult should be viewed as seriously as racist abuse, says new bullying guidance.
The homophobic bullying guidance covers primary and secondary schools. It includes detailed help for teaching assistants and teachers on how to deal with homophobic insults, and how to protect the children of gay parents from bullying.
Education secretary Ed Balls, launching the new guidance, said "Children cannot learn, let alone enjoy school if they are frightened of bullying.
"I reject any notion that addressing homophobic bullying is political correctness for its own sake. Even casual use of homophobic language in schools can create an atmosphere that isolates young people and can be the forerunner of more serious forms of bullying."
Homophobic bullying