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Care Leavers

Commons · Question 13472 · Tabled 11 Nov 2024 · Department for Education · Official record

Answered 19 Nov 2024

Question

Asked by Munira Wilson

To ask the Secretary of State for Education, whether she plans to (a) continue and (b) expand the Staying Close programme.

Answer

Answered by Janet Daby, 19 Nov 2024

This government is committed to providing support for care leavers to ensure they have the practical and emotional support they need as they move towards independence. The department is currently providing £23 million this financial year for 47 local auth...