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Baroness Blake of Leeds (Lab)

Speaking in the House of Lords on 14 January 2026

Debate

Early Years Education

Contribution

The right reverend Prelate’s question is pertinent. We know, for example, that a high percentage of prisoners in the prison system have very low literacy rates. It is crucial that departments talk to each other and work together. That is why I mentioned in my Answer the mission on improving outcomes, which will benefit and improve not only education outcomes but health and well-being generally.

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