Seven schools in Labasa were allegedly broken into before the term two school break.

According to the initial report, money and snacks were reported missing from all the schools.

Assistant Education Minister Iliesa Vanawalu said the responsibility for the safety of the school was a matter for the school committee to consider. In an interview, he said the committee should hire watchmen or security guards for the safety of the students.

“It’s a learning area for all students. When we look at it, it’s supposed to be a paramount goal of schools in Fiji, the welfare of the school itself,” he said.

“The important part is the safety of the students,” Mr Vanawalu said.