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Debate between Robert Goodwill and Mike Amesbury
Monday 6th November 2017

(7 years, 1 month ago)

Commons Chamber
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Robert Goodwill Portrait Mr Goodwill
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Certainly, the stocktake is part of this, and one of the most exciting developments has been the way in which innovation has been brought forward in this area. We have invested £200 million in the innovation fund, and I recommend that right hon. and hon. Members have a look at the No Wrong Door policy, which is working very well in North Yorkshire, or the Mockingbird constellation, which is a hub-and-spoke system to support foster carers dealing with some of the more difficult children.

Mike Amesbury Portrait Mike Amesbury (Weaver Vale) (Lab)
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What steps is the Minister taking to address the 61% decline in total apprenticeships from May to July 2017?

John Bercow Portrait Mr Speaker
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In relation to foster carers, I assume. [Interruption.] Well, it will have to be.