Oral Answers to Questions

Debate between Catherine McKinnell and Caroline Voaden

Monday 9th September 2024 Commons Chamber

[Caroline Voaden (South Devon) (LD)]

T5. Schools in Devon are missing out on £23.5 million a year due to the national funding formula—the equivalent of 450 full-time teachers across the county. Will the Minister meet me to discuss how Devon’s school children are missing out, particularly those living in the most deprived areas?

[Catherine McKinnell]

I recognise the concerns the hon. Lady raises. The Government intend to take time to consider the various funding formulas the Department and local authorities currently use to allocate funding for schools. It is really important that we have a fair education funding system that directs funding to where it is needed, and I would be happy to meet her to discuss the particular challenges in her area.