Further Education
Commons · Question 2188 · Tabled 18 May 2026 · Department for Education · Official record
Answered 22 May 2026
Question
Asked by Andrew Snowden
To ask the Secretary of State for Education, what recent assessment she has made of the potential impact of further education colleges on supporting students not in employment, education or training.
Answer
Answered by Josh MacAlister, 22 May 2026
The government is investing nearly £9 billion in 16 to19 education in the 2026/27 academic year 2026/27. This will fund the increasing numbers of 16 to 19-year-olds taking part in education. Alongside this, the government is taking important steps to supp...