Written questions

Education: Welsh Language

Lords · Question HL9304 · Tabled 9 Jul 2025 · Department for Education · Official record

Answered 22 Jul 2025

Question

Asked by Lord Wigley

To ask His Majesty's Government what is their policy on supporting education in the medium of Welsh for pupils living in England.

Answer

Answered by Baroness Smith of Malvern, 22 Jul 2025

The government recognises the cultural and linguistic importance of the Welsh language, which is reflected in the provision of Welsh-medium teaching for pupils living in Wales. In England, there is no requirement for schools to provide education through t...