Oral Answers to Questions Debate

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Department: Department for Education

Oral Answers to Questions

Lilian Greenwood Excerpts
Monday 29th October 2012

(12 years ago)

Commons Chamber
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Michael Gove Portrait Michael Gove
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I absolutely will. It proves that, even in tough circumstances, with strong leadership children can do better.

Lilian Greenwood Portrait Lilian Greenwood (Nottingham South) (Lab)
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What evidence informed the Secretary of State’s decision to propose the removal of coursework and controlled assessments from the examination system?

Michael Gove Portrait Michael Gove
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A huge weight of evidence showing that the very best schools recognise that the most effective way of ensuring that children can be motivated is by having linear qualifications.