Written Question·Department for Education·UIN 67263

Young Carers: West Dorset

Tabled: 11 July 2025
Answered: 21 July 2025

Question

Edward Morello

Liberal Democrat — West Dorset

To ask the Secretary of State for Education, what support is available for young carers in West Dorset to ensure they can fully participate in education.

Answer

Janet Daby
​Statutory guidance ’Keeping children safe in education’ sets out that all school and college staff should be alert to the potential need for early help of young carers and requires designated safeguarding leads to undergo training to provide them with th...
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