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Debate between Guy Opperman and Sarah Teather(12 years, 5 months ago)
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Sarah Teather
I am aware of the NDCS report. I understand that the financial difficulties are making it hard for everybody across local and national government, and that all of us are having to make difficult decisions. However, the Government chose deliberately to protect the money for schools from the dedicated schools grant, so there is no excuse for wholesale cuts in this area. We are also supporting the national sensory impairment partnership—or NatSIP, as it is known—to work with local authorities to benchmark services and improve quality on the ground.
Guy Opperman (Hexham) (Con)
3. What his policy is on funding by his Department of schools in Northumberland; and if he will make a statement.
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Debate between Guy Opperman and Sarah Teather(14 years, 4 months ago)
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Sarah Teather
The current review of the foundation stage is independent, and we have asked Dame Clare Tickell—who I am sure would command respect right across the House—to conduct it.
Guy Opperman (Hexham) (Con)
13. What recent representations he has received on funding for schools in Hexham constituency; and if he will make a statement.