On Tuesday the Education Committee continues its scrutiny of the government’s education reforms with another evidence session on the ‘Every Child Achieving and Thriving’ White Paper.
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\r\nMPs are also likely to ask witnesses about the White Paper’s overall focus on place and on reducing the disadvantage gap across the school system. They may also ask whether schools are prepared for all the new measures they are being asked to take on through these reforms.
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