Oral Answers to Questions

Debate between Claire Coutinho and Will Quince

Monday 14th March 2022 Commons Chamber

[Will Quince]

My hon. Friend is absolutely right. Our family hubs programme is being developed in 75 local authorities, over and above the 12 in which the programme is already being rolled out, bringing together services for children of all ages and responding to the needs of the whole family. At its core is the Start for Life offer, which includes support for perinatal mental health and breastfeeding, as well parenting programmes. On top of that, there is the £200 million expansion to the Supporting Families programme. I understand that the Secretary of State is visiting my hon. Friend’s constituency in the coming weeks.

[Claire Coutinho (East Surrey) (Con)]

19. What steps his Department is taking to prioritise improving the quality of higher education.