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Member

Speaking in the House of Lords on 14 January 2026

Debate

Children’s Wellbeing and Schools Bill

Contribution

Through the development of best practice support and resources on family group decision-making, families were clear that when children and their families’ voices are heard and plans are co-created and owned by families, the results are not just better plans but stronger, more resilient families. Requiring the creation of a separate kinship support plan risks distracting from or diluting the weight given to the family-led plan. Having responded to the comments made, I hope I have addressed the noble Baroness’s concerns and she feels able to withdraw her amendment.

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