Oral Answers to Questions Debate

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Department: Department for Education

Oral Answers to Questions

Jo White Excerpts
Monday 20th April 2026

(1 day, 11 hours ago)

Commons Chamber
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Jo White Portrait Jo White (Bassetlaw) (Lab)
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I welcome the Government’s announcement that there will be eight Best Start family hubs across Bassetlaw—including in Manton, Retford, West Bassetlaw, the Oasis community centre, Hallcroft, Harworth and Bircotes, and Misterton. That is the highest number in the country. Does the Minister agree that this will guarantee an excellent start for hundreds of children across my constituency?

Olivia Bailey Portrait The Parliamentary Under-Secretary of State for Education (Olivia Bailey)
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I do agree, and I thank my hon. Friend for all she has done for children and families in her constituency. We are determined to ensure that every child gets the best start in life, and that every family gets the community and connection that these hubs will offer.