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Proceeding contribution from Earl of Listowel (Crossbench) in the House of Lords on Thursday, 16 July 2009. It occurred during Committee of the Whole House (HL) and Debate on bill on Apprenticeships, Skills, Children and Learning Bill.


Apprenticeships, Skills, Children and Learning Bill

The amendment prompts me to ask whether the Minister can give some information of the state of libraries in secure accommodation. There was concern some time ago regarding children’s homes and there was a big push on that. I imagine that, as the Government have been investing heavily, there should be plenty of magazines and books available. That also makes me think that it is a long time since I have visited a secure facility. The hint from the noble Lord, Lord De Mauley, was helpful. It is certainly helpful to get out there and see what is happening on the ground. If any of your Lordships are organising visits, I would certainly be very interested to hear about them.


Secondary information

Type
Proceeding contribution
Reference
712 c1371 
Session
2008-09
Chamber / Committee
House of Lords chamber
Subjects
Apprentices Education Standards Special educational needs Training Young offenders Speech and language therapy Literacy Basic skills Young offender institutions
Legislation
Apprenticeships, Skills, Children and Learning Bill 2008-09
Link
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