Campaigners say the move would reduce the spread of airborne infections

Campaigners have called for air purifiers to be provided to all schools in Northern Ireland

Campaigners have called for air purifiers to be provided to all schools in Northern Ireland

Education Minister Paul Givan has been urged to install air purifiers across all schools in Northern Ireland after it was revealed the devices are routinely in place in offices used by healthcare workers.

An open letter, which includes the signatures of politicians, parents and medical professionals, was sent to Mr Givan yesterday calling on him to help provide cleaner air for pupils.