Local authorities
Local authorities news from UK Parliament.
Detailed check of Professional Qualifications Bill continues
Members check the bill line by line. Learn more
11 June 2021
Gavin Williamson MP and Ofsted give evidence in accountability hearings
Secretary of State Gavin Williamson and Ofsted’s Chief Inspector of Schools Amanda Spielman give evidence.
10 June 2021
Experts give evidence on prison education
Education Committee to question charities, governors’ association and Open University on learning in custody
28 May 2021
Private members' bills complete passage through Parliament
Bills await Royal Assent
27 April 2021
Children in care homes: Education Committee launches call for written evidence
The inquiry is examining issues around attainment and employment outcomes for young people in children’s homes
15 March 2021
Education Committee scrutinises the science behind school closures
Education explores the scientific evidence behind the decision to close schools during the latest national lockdown
15 January 2021
Lords debates educational opportunities
Members focus on children from working class backgrounds
06 March 2020
Lords debates post-18 education and funding
Members discuss review led by Philip Augar
03 July 2019
Lords debates equal opportunities for young people
Members consider quality of life
17 May 2019
MPs debate Timpson review of school exclusions
Statement from Education Secretary Damian Hinds
07 May 2019
Committee holds roundtable discussion on post-16 support
Education Committee examines issues faced by young people with special educational needs and disabilities post-16
29 January 2019
Lords debates challenges facing young people
Peers discuss education, health, employment and 'generation rent'
14 December 2018
Lords debates funding for schools
Members consider impact of government approach
30 November 2018
Lords debates increase in violent crime
Youth services to combat gang culture under spotlight
30 November 2018
Local authorities questioned on school and college funding
Education Committee examines role of local authorities in the funding of schools and colleges
27 November 2018