1 Simon Wright debates involving the Leader of the House

Business of the House

Simon Wright Excerpts
Thursday 4th December 2014

(9 years, 11 months ago)

Commons Chamber
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John Bercow Portrait Mr Speaker
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Simon Wright Portrait Simon Wright (Norwich South) (LD)
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Thousands of young carers in Norfolk are at risk of falling behind their peers at school. May we have a debate on how best to support the education of those children who care for family members at home, including perhaps through the extension of the pupil premium?

Lord Hague of Richmond Portrait Mr Hague
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This, like many of the issues raised already, is important and will concern many people around the country. My hon. Friend might wish to take up all the normal means of pursuing a debate. There is a Carers Trust reception in the Palace on 10 December that will help Members to understand these issues and to pursue them.