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Westminster Hall debateWestminster HallWednesday, 29 April 202614:30

Government support for children developing essential skills

Backbench debate (separate chamber, no votes)

This Westminster Hall debate, sponsored by Labour MP Peter Swallow, examines government support for helping children develop essential skills. The debate will explore what skills children need for future employment and economic success, and what role government should play in ensuring all children have access to opportunities to develop these capabilities.

This addresses a key concern for the Labour government: ensuring young people are equipped for the modern labour market and can contribute productively to the economy. It affects educational policy, youth development, and long-term workforce competitiveness, touching on social mobility and economic growth across the country.

EducationEconomy & Jobs (General)

MPs most likely to speak

Dame Harriett BaldwinConservative and Unionist Party

West Worcestershire

Saqib BhattiConservative and Unionist Party

Meriden and Solihull East

Chris BryantLabour Party

Rhondda and Ogmore

Mr Alistair CarmichaelLiberal Democrats

Orkney and Shetland

Dr Caroline JohnsonConservative and Unionist Party

Sleaford and North Hykeham

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