Oral Answers to Questions

Debate between Josh MacAlister and Caroline Voaden

Monday 19th January 2026 Commons Chamber

[Josh MacAlister]

I thank the right hon. Member for his read-out of the discussion that took place during the most recent shadow Cabinet meeting, where this was a lively topic of debate. Britain is not broken; it has huge and deep potential, best found in our children. We were pleased to see the last Conservative Government take forward many of the reforms initiated under the last Labour Government, and this Labour Government will be doubling down on the measures that are needed to break down barriers to opportunity at every stage.

[Caroline Voaden (South Devon) (LD)]

3. What steps her Department is taking to improve teacher retention.