Written Question·Department for Education·UIN 88430

Care Leavers

Tabled: 5 November 2025
Answered: 17 November 2025

Question

Lisa Smart

Liberal DemocratHazel Grove

To ask the Secretary of State for Education, what assessment she has made of the adequacy of support provided to care leavers transitioning to independent living (a) in general and (b) housed outside their home local authority.

Answer

Josh MacAlister
The move to independence is a critical milestone in any young person’s life. Care leavers should expect the same level of care and support that others would expect from a parent.The local authority responsible for their care should make sure they have the...

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