Oral Answers to Questions

Sally-Ann Hart Excerpts

Monday 16th January 2023 Commons Chamber

[Claire Coutinho]

As part of the reforms we are setting out, we will develop a bespoke national alternative framework that will include looking at standards and sustainable post-16 destinations. I am happy to discuss that further with the hon. Gentleman once we publish our proposals.

[Sally-Ann Hart (Hastings and Rye) (Con)]

7. What progress she has made with Cabinet colleagues on the Family Hubs and Start for Life programme.

[Robin Millar (Aberconwy) (Con)]

22. What progress she has made with Cabinet colleagues on the Family Hubs and Start for Life programme.

[The Secretary of State for Education (Gillian Keegan)]

Family hubs are one-stop shops that make it easier for families to get the support they need and I strongly support them. The Government are investing £300 million in the Family Hubs and Start for Life programme, and 75 local authorities will begin to open hubs later this year.

[Sally-Ann Hart]

East Sussex County Council submitted an excellent bid for a network of family hubs across East Sussex. Family hubs are a part of the solution to many national and local issues, and now more than ever are vital to many of our local communities. In addition to the roll-out of family hubs, what steps is my hon. Friend taking to ensure that this fantastic policy has long-term funding to maximise long-term benefits?

[Gillian Keegan]

I strongly agree with my hon. Friend. We are funding 75 councils for the current spending review period. I have no doubt that the excellent work in East Sussex, led by Becky Shaw and her excellent team, and across the country will make the case for further investment.