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Baroness Smith of Malvern (Lab)

Speaking in the House of Lords on 10 November 2025

Debate

Curriculum and Assessment Review

Contribution

Nobody is going to be pushed into drama who does not want to do it. In fact, in the same category as drama, music, and art and design is design and technology, which is being introduced into the curriculum for the first time. The noble Baroness will recognise that as being important. As I have stated, to ensure that we have a curriculum that supports high standards and the breadth and choice that students need, we are consulting on the reformed Progress 8.

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