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Physical Education

Asked by Stuart AndrewConservativeDepartment for EducationTabled Answered 8 April 2025UIN 42435

The question

To ask the Secretary of State for Education, if she will hold discussions with (a) educators, (b) other practitioners and (c) school leaders on the development of physical education infrastructure in schools.

Answered by Catherine McKinnell

This government is committed to securing the infrastructure needed to protect time for physical education in schools and to support the role grassroots clubs play in expanding access to sport.

The department will continue to engage with a wide range of stakeholders including teachers, school leaders and sports organisations on how to achieve these manifesto commitments.

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