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Member
Speaking in the House of Lords on 2 September 2025
Debate
Children’s Wellbeing and Schools BillContribution
235: Clause 31, page 54, line 38, at end insert “, except where the collection of such information would be incompatible with the rights guaranteed by the European Convention on Human Rights, including Article 8 (right to respect for private and family life) and Article 2 of Protocol 1 (parental right to education in line with convictions)”
Member’s explanatory statement
This amendment ensures that data collection under section 436B respects rights under the European Convention on Human Rights, including Article 8 and Article 2 of Protocol 1. It prevents disproportionate interference with family life or educational convictions and upholds privacy and parental choice in home education.
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