Curriculum and Assessment Review

Debate between Bridget Phillipson and Desmond Swayne

Wednesday 5th November 2025 Commons Chamber

[Madam Deputy Speaker]

Now for a short question masterclass from Sir Desmond Swayne.

[Sir Desmond Swayne (New Forest West) (Con)]

This is education in the clouds when contrasted with the reality of a war against elitism, which is so often actually a war against excel-ism on the ground, is it not?

[Bridget Phillipson]

No.

Oral Answers to Questions

Debate between Bridget Phillipson and Desmond Swayne

Wednesday 3rd September 2025 Commons Chamber

[Bridget Phillipson]

We recognise the value of parents continuing in education, which is why there are often available mechanisms such as the childcare grant and the parents’ learning allowance. As I do not know the full circumstances of her constituent’s case, I would be grateful if my hon. Friend would write to me, so I can make sure that we give her constituent full advice on the childcare support that might be available to her.

[Sir Desmond Swayne (New Forest West) (Con)]

T3. Why has the Minister chosen to champion the rights of the residents of the Bell hotel over those of the local community?

[Bridget Phillipson]

That is just plain wrong.