Written Question·Department for Education·UIN 13979
Pupils: Absenteeism
Tabled: 29 June 2026
Answered: 7 July 2026
Question
Patrick Hurley
Labour — Southport
To ask the Secretary of State for Education, what steps her Department is taking to reduce rates of persistent and severe absence among pupils from disadvantaged backgrounds in coastal towns.
Answer
Olivia BaileyAbsence is a key barrier to opportunity. For children to achieve and thrive they need to be in school. The department is committed to improving the attendance of all pupils, regardless of background and geographical location. Thanks to the efforts of the ...
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