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Proceeding contribution from Paul Uppal (Conservative) in the House of Commons on Monday, 19 July 2010. It occurred during Debate on bill on Academies Bill [Lords].


Academies Bill [Lords]

Thank you for your guidance, Mr Deputy Speaker, and I will do so. I want to make a point about the selection issue, which the hon. Lady raised. Why do we go on about selection? Selection in this modern day, when our children are competing with graduates from India and China, is linked to the importance of the pursuit of excellence and aspiration. That is absolutely crucial if we are to succeed, and—


Secondary information

Type
Proceeding contribution
Reference
514 c108 
Session
2010-12
Chamber / Committee
House of Commons chamber
Subjects
Admissions City technology colleges Finance Education Free school meals Pupil exclusions Personal, social, health and economic education Standards Special educational needs School choice Religion Academies Building schools for the future programme Free schools Relationships and sex education Maintained schools
Legislation
Academies Bill (HL) 2010-12
Link
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