Written Question·Department for Education·UIN 122240
Pupils: Meningitis
Tabled: 19 March 2026
Answered: 8 April 2026
Named DayQuestion
Laura Trott
Conservative — Sevenoaks
To ask the Secretary of State for Education, what steps her department is taking to ensure pupils, particularly those with imminent exams, can continue to attend schools safely in the context of the meningitis outbreak.
Answer
Olivia BaileyChildren and young people, including those identified as contacts of cases, can and should continue to attend school or college as normal, including sitting exams and qualifications, unless directly advised otherwise by the local health protection team.Me...
ⓘ
This is an extract from the Parliament API. Search the full answer on Parliament.uk (UIN 122240) →
Partner sites