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Debate between Ben Howlett and Lord Evans of Rainow
Monday 20th July 2015
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Ben Howlett (Bath) (Con)
4. What steps her Department is taking to encourage schools to broaden opportunities available for disadvantaged children.
Graham Evans (Weaver Vale) (Con)
10. What steps her Department is taking to encourage schools to broaden opportunities available for disadvantaged children.
The Secretary of State for Education (Nicky Morgan)
Our education reforms are giving every child, regardless of background, a strong academic grounding and rigorous education. Through the pupil premium—a 2010 Conservative party manifesto commitment—we have invested an extra £6.25 billion in schools so all pupils can fulfil their academic potential. Disadvantaged pupil attainment is increasing and the gap between them and their peers is closing.