Young Carers: Sodium Valproate
Commons · Question 107364 · Tabled 21 Jan 2026 · Department for Education · Official record
Answered 30 Jan 2026
Question
Asked by Bob Blackman
To ask the Secretary of State for Education, whether disabled young carers in families affected by sodium valproate-related harm are being (a) identified and (b) supported within the education system.
Answer
Answered by Josh MacAlister, 30 Jan 2026
We know that families with children with disabilities, including those affected by sodium valproate harm and where the children may be caring for other family members, are crying out for change.The department’s upcoming full Schools White Paper will build...