Alex Easton

Alex Easton

Independent — North Down

Speaking in the House of Commons on 3 February 2026

Debate

Educational Outcomes: Disadvantaged Boys and Young Men

Contribution

On average, disadvantaged boys are already behind in vocabulary and communication by the time they start school. Does the hon. Gentleman agree that there is an urgent need for a targeted, UK-wide speech, language and communication strategy focused on disadvantaged boys, not just in our constituencies but right across the UK?

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