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Schools in Middlesbrough are closing early Friday as authorities brace for transport chaos ahead of Jakub Matusiak’s funeral — the 23-year-old killed in the August A66 crash that claimed five lives. With expected crowds and congestion on Normanby Road, officials prioritize student safety, sparking backlash from critics who call the closures “wrong” and say kids shouldn’t miss school over intimidation. The move echoes past unrest, including a vigil that turned violent, raising alarms about public order and community tensions. While headteachers consulted on the closures — acknowledging disruption to transport and special needs students — the focus remains on balancing safety with education continuity amid growing calls for broader intervention.

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