Speech in Commons Chamber - Tue 17 Mar 2015
Asbestos in Schools
"I congratulate the hon. Member for Paisley and Renfrewshire North (Jim Sheridan) on securing this Adjournment debate. He has been an absolutely fantastic, tireless campaigner on this issue. I also congratulate the right hon. Member for Mid Dorset and North Poole (Annette Brooke) on the work that she has been …..."Tracey Crouch - View Speech
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Speech in Westminster Hall - Tue 10 Mar 2015
First Aid Techniques: National Curriculum
"It is a pleasure to serve under your chairmanship, Sir David. I congratulate the hon. Member for Bolton West (Julie Hilling) on securing this incredibly important debate.
I start my speech with a confession. When I first encountered the idea of putting CPR and life-saving skills on the curriculum in …..."Tracey Crouch - View Speech
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Speech in Westminster Hall - Tue 10 Mar 2015
First Aid Techniques: National Curriculum
"People do not actually need training to use the modern defibs, which “talk” to people and tell them exactly what to do. They will not administer a shock if it is not required. They walk people through the entire process, which is why I feel comfortable about the number of …..."Tracey Crouch - View Speech
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Written Question
Monday 23rd February 2015
Asked by:
Tracey Crouch (Conservative - Chatham and Aylesford)
Question
to the Department for Education:
To ask the Secretary of State for Education, what funds her Department has allocated to the Alcohol and Drug Education and Prevention Information Service in 2015-16.
Answered by Nick Gibb
No decision has been made about allocation of funding in 2015-16.
Effective drug and alcohol education plays an important role in helping to ensure that young people are equipped with the information they need to make informed, healthy decisions and to keep themselves safe. Drugs education is a statutory part of the new national curriculum for science. Pupils should be taught about the effects of recreational drugs, including substance misuse, on behaviour, health and life processes. Teaching in this area can be further strengthened through PSHE education.
ADEPIS have produced a range of resources for schools to support teachers when they provide drug education. In particular, ADEPIS help teachers to tackle difficult topics by producing briefing papers on themes such as ‘Novel Psychoactive Substances’ or ‘Alcohol, drugs and sexual health’.
ADEPIS have also produced a toolkit which aims to help schools when reviewing their drug and alcohol policy, including practical advice on consulting with parents, teachers, pupils and others in the community.
Speech in Commons Chamber - Thu 15 Jan 2015
Oral Answers to Questions
"The Secretary of State will be aware that across Kent tourism accounts for the direct employment of nearly 65,000 people. Tourism VAT rates across the EU are much lower than in the UK, and if VAT on accommodation was reduced to 5% that would boost jobs and bring a further …..."Tracey Crouch - View Speech
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Written Question
Monday 14th July 2014
Asked by:
Tracey Crouch (Conservative - Chatham and Aylesford)
Question
to the Department for Education:
To ask the Secretary of State for Education, with reference to his Department's press release, Deal to provide life-saving defibrillators to schools, published in April 2014, what progress has been made on securing a supplier who will offer defibrillators to all schools at a reduced price in time for autumn term.
Answered by David Laws
Officials from the Department for Education are currently working in partnership with Department of Health colleagues and stakeholders to explore a range of options.
Written Question
Wednesday 18th June 2014
Asked by:
Tracey Crouch (Conservative - Chatham and Aylesford)
Question
to the Department for Education:
To ask the Secretary of State for Education, if he will take steps to ensure that cancer awareness and awareness of cancer symptoms is covered in schools.
Answered by Elizabeth Truss
Teaching about cancer awareness is important for all young people and schools may include cancer awareness as part of their personal, social, health and economic (PSHE) education. The PSHE Association has produced a suggested programme of study as guidance for teachers, and continues to highlight other sources of expertise.
Schools may also teach about cancer awareness in other areas of the curriculum, for example, the science curriculum requires pupils to learn about the effects of drugs on their bodies, and the importance of physical education. In design and technology, schools may highlight the importance of nutrition and a healthy diet.
Speech in Commons Chamber - Thu 07 Feb 2013
Curriculum and Exam Reform
"I welcome today’s announcement and I am pleased that the Secretary of State has listened to the concerns of head teachers in Chatham and Aylesford. Under the last Government, heads would have just started to plan or implement a reform or strategy when it would be ripped up and changed. …..."Tracey Crouch - View Speech
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Speech in Westminster Hall - Tue 29 Nov 2011
Girls (Educational Development)
"It is a pleasure to follow my hon. Friend the Member for Gosport (Caroline Dinenage) and other hon. Friends who have spoken thus far. I congratulate my hon. Friend the Member for Wirral West (Esther McVey) on securing the debate. I went to an all-girls school, and I look forward …..."Tracey Crouch - View Speech
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Speech in Westminster Hall - Tue 29 Nov 2011
Girls (Educational Development)
"It is interesting how in the past certain comedians have mocked women’s education, to try to belittle women. Some dictatorships have banned women from being educated, which makes the point.
In my short remarks I want to mention the importance of sport and physical activity in building girls’ confidence. I …..."Tracey Crouch - View Speech
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