Written Question·Department for Education·UIN 55998
Truancy: Prosecutions
Tabled: 30 May 2025
Answered: 25 June 2025
Question
Jess Asato
Labour — Lowestoft
To ask the Secretary of State for Education, whether her Department plans to take steps to help minimise the potential impact of prosecutions for child truancy from school on mothers.
Answer
Stephen MorganAbsence is one of the biggest barriers to success for children and young people. Missing school regularly is harmful to a child’s attainment, safety and physical and mental health, limiting their opportunity to succeed. This government is committed to imp...
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