UK Teachers Report Surge in Misogyny Linked to Andrew Tate Influence

Multiple recent surveys and reports from the NASUWT teaching union reveal that social media influencers, notably Andrew Tate, are driving a rise in misogyny, sexism, and disruptive behavior in UK classrooms. Teachers across the country have reported incidents of boys refusing to speak to female staff, using derogatory language, and mimicking misogynistic behaviors seen in Tate's content. The influence extends to other figures like Donald Trump, with some students also expressing racist, homophobic, and transphobic views, believing there will be no consequences. Nearly 60% of surveyed teachers attribute the deterioration of student behavior to social media, and union leaders have called for a multi-agency response involving schools, government, and other organizations. The UK Department for Education has acknowledged the threat posed by such 'dangerous influencers' and is enacting measures like the Online Safety Act and curriculum reforms to address the issue. Union leaders emphasize that teachers cannot tackle this growing problem alone and warn of a 'national emergency' if action is not taken.