“What assessment he has made of the merits of the by-election system used to elect hereditary peers in the House of Lords.”
Answering Minister
the Minister for the Cabinet Office
Answer from Hansard
Bridget Phillipson
I am happy to discuss that further with my hon. Friend. We are committed to reviewing childcare support and making sure that it is accessible and simple for families. PhD students are not eligible for some elements of support, but depending on income they may be eligible for certain hours. Student parents are eligible for the universal 15 hours of early free childcare, which is also available for all three and four-year-olds, regardless of family circumstances.