Oral Answers to Questions

Debate between Harriet Cross and Georgia Gould

Monday 20th April 2026 Commons Chamber

[Georgia Gould]

I really welcome the hon. Lady’s question. I absolutely agree that we need to spot the early warning signs of financial failure. That is why we are bringing in a new Ofsted inspection framework for multi-academy trusts that will look at other issues, including governance and financial management.

[Harriet Cross (Gordon and Buchan) (Con)]

16. What recent progress her Department has made on implementing the complaints scheme provided for in the Higher Education (Freedom of Speech) Act 2023.