Children and Families Bill Debate
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Jonathan Reynolds
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Children and Families Bill
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Tuesday 11th June 2013
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Amendment 46 relates to accountability for the local offer, which is one of the cornerstones of the Bill. That has to mean something for families and young people, so the question of accountability is key.
Jonathan Reynolds (Stalybridge and Hyde) (Lab/Co-op)
This is a particularly important amendment, among the many that the hon. Gentleman has mentioned. I strongly agree that this duty is extremely important in making the local offer meaningful. I hope the Government will listen to the support for the duty, as well as to the representations that I am sure will be made in the other place. In making this contribution, I draw the attention of the House to my declaration of interest.