Education Funding

Debate between David Evennett and Gavin Williamson

Tuesday 3rd September 2019 Commons Chamber

[Sir David Evennett (Bexleyheath and Crayford) (Con)]

I warmly welcome my right hon. Friend’s statement on education funding. It is really good news. We must ensure that our young people have the skills they need to succeed in our modern economy. Does he agree that investing in further education is the best way to achieve this?

[Gavin Williamson]

My right hon. Friend is absolutely right. It is a critical point and the reason we were so keen to secure such a significant increase in funding for the 16-to-19 sector. The FE sector provides us with many opportunities to look at how we can invest more, create more opportunities for young people and ensure that people understand that pursuing a vocational career is just as important as pursuing academic interests.

Oral Answers to Questions

Debate between David Evennett and Gavin Williamson

Monday 22nd October 2018 Commons Chamber

[Sir David Evennett (Bexleyheath and Crayford) (Con)]

I welcome my right hon. Friend’s work on mental health support for veterans and members of the armed forces. Does he agree that the 24/7 mental health helpline plays a vital role in supporting those personnel and needs maximum publicity?

[Gavin Williamson]

The helpline is an important part of everything we do, but we can never rest in looking at what more we can do to support those who are serving and those who have served.