Oral QuestionScotland Office

“What discussions he has had with Cabinet colleagues on the potential impact of Government policies on businesses in Scotland. ”

Tabled: 20 October 2026Answered: 28 October 2026

Asked by

Blake Stephenson

Conservative — Mid Bedfordshire

Answering Minister

the Secretary of State for Scotland

Answer from Hansard

The Minister for School Standards (Catherine McKinnell)

All children deserve a rich and broad education so that they do not miss out on subjects, such as music, art and drama. As part of our opportunity mission, we have launched an independent, expert-led curriculum and assessment review, and we are committed to ensuring that young people are supported to study creative subjects.