Written Question·Department for Education·UIN 57431
Chronic Illnesses: Children
Tabled: 4 June 2025
Answered: 13 June 2025
Question
Juliet Campbell
Labour — Broxtowe
To ask the Secretary of State for Education, what steps her Department is taking to support parents looking after ill children (i) in the long-term and (ii) immediately after diagnosis.
Answer
Catherine McKinnellThis government is committed to properly supporting pupils with medical conditions, and their parents, at home and school. As per Section 97 (3b) of the Children’s and Families Act 2014, parent carers have the right to request an assessment of their need ...
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