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Debate between Michael Gove and David T C Davies
Wednesday 24th November 2010

(14 years ago)

Commons Chamber
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Michael Gove Portrait Michael Gove
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Yes, and many schools that have applied for academy status have used the resources and the flexibility to reduce class sizes. Smaller class sizes are becoming a reality under the coalition Government.

David T C Davies Portrait David T. C. Davies (Monmouth) (Con)
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We have waited 13 long years for a Minister to bring in reforms that will truly drive up standards of education and behaviour. Now, some Members are saying that we are acting too hastily. Will my right hon. Friend assure us that he will bring in these measures as quickly as possible, the better to encourage the devolved regions such as Wales and Scotland to follow?

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