Written Question·Department for Education·UIN 6518
Students: Young Carers
Tabled: 4 October 2024
Answered: 14 October 2024
Question
Wendy Chamberlain
Liberal Democrat — North East Fife
To ask the Secretary of State for Education, if she will make an assessment of the potential merits of extending the eligibility criteria for students in vulnerable groups in the 16 to 19 bursary fund to include young carers.
Answer
Janet DabyThe department believes it is very important to make sure young carers can participate in education and get the support they need. This support will vary depending on family circumstances.The ‘defined vulnerable groups’ face specific issues that mean they...
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