Oral Answers to Questions Debate

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Department: Department for Education

Oral Answers to Questions

Clive Jones Excerpts
Monday 27th January 2025

(3 days, 23 hours ago)

Commons Chamber
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Janet Daby Portrait Janet Daby
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I thank my hon. Friend for raising her concern so passionately. We are aware that Kent county council is taking the necessary steps to best meet the needs of families, and will continue to provide family hub services from existing alternative sites nearby. That said, I am happy to meet her to discuss the matter further.

Clive Jones Portrait Clive Jones (Wokingham) (LD)
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Wokingham borough council often struggles to find schools, including specialist schools, that can meet the needs of SEND pupils. As a result, many children are receiving education other than at school, or are reliant on alternative provision. Even so, there are often instances in which some needs identified in the EHCP are not met. Will the Minister—

Lindsay Hoyle Portrait Mr Speaker
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Order. I am sorry; it is meant to be a topical question. Somebody have a quick go at answering.