Written Question·Department for Education·UIN 82241

Pupils: Cancer

Tabled: 14 October 2025
Answered: 19 November 2025

Question

James McMurdock

Independent — South Basildon and East Thurrock

To ask the Secretary of State for Education, what steps she is taking to support children who miss substantial periods of school due to cancer treatment.

Answer

Georgia Gould
We recognise how important it is that children undergoing cancer treatment get the right support. This includes having continued access to high-quality education during periods when they are unable to attend school.Local authorities have a duty under sect...
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