Written question asked by Nick Timothy (Conservative) on Thursday, 8 January 2026, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Tuesday, 13 January 2026 (named day). It was answered by Josh MacAlister (Labour) on Thursday, 15 January 2026 on behalf of the Department for Education.
Free Schools: Dudley and Oldham
- Question
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To ask the Secretary of State for Education, with reference to written statement 1163, on what grounds the Government approved the Eton Star academy projects in Dudley and Oldham.
- Answer
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All free school projects were evaluated in line with consistent criteria focusing on assessing the need for places and value for money. This included considering whether projects would provide a distinctive local offer and whether they would risk negatively impacting other local schools or colleges.
Secondary information
- Type
- Written question
- Reference
- 104373
- Session
- 2024-26
- Related items
- Subjects
- Dudley Free schools Oldham
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- 2026-01-29 13:07:03 +0000
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