By not reopening schools we risk damaging the life chances of thousands of children 9th June 2020 First published in The Telegraph, 9 June 2020: I worry about our great country. The Government turns a blind eye to thousands of people demonstrating across our... Articles
Did the Prime Minister promise an ‘apprenticeship guarantee’? This is why it is needed post Covid-19 4th June 2020 First published in FE Week, 4 June 2020: Last week I raised with the prime minister the idea of an apprenticeship guarantee for our young people, with everyone... Articles
With an army of helpers we can save the futures of our most vulnerable 20th April 2020 First published in The Telegraph, 20 April 2020: Covid-19 has dealt a hammer blow to the prospects of our most disadvantaged learners. Faced with the already... Articles
Skills, social justice, standards, and support for the teaching profession will be my priorities 24th January 2020 First published in Politics Home, 24 January 2020: If I’m re-elected as chair I will continue to ensure the Education Committee has a significant role as an... Articles