Written Question·Department for Education·UIN 60539

Prisoners: Parents

Tabled: 17 June 2025

Answered: 25 June 2025

Question

Mr Richard Holden

To ask the Secretary of State for Education, what discussions she has had with the Secretary of State for Justice on introducing a formal duty to the criminal justice system to notify (a) schools and (b) local safeguarding boards when the parent of a chil

Answer

Janet Daby

The Department for Education and the Ministry of Justice are working closely to deliver our joint manifesto commitment to identify children affected by parental imprisonment and ensure they get the support they need to thrive. We understand the importance...

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