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Written question asked by Luke Taylor (Liberal Democrat) on Monday, 6 July 2026, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Wednesday, 8 July 2026. It was answered by Chris Elmore (Labour) on Friday, 10 July 2026 on behalf of the Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office.

Developing Countries: Education

Question

To ask the Secretary of State for Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Affairs, what steps she is taking to help ensure that access to safe and good quality education for children overseas.

Answer

The UK Government is committed to promoting equal access to safe, quality and inclusive education for all children worldwide, with a particular focus on girls, children with disabilities, and those displaced due to conflict and the climate crisis. We work closely with impactful and well-coordinated multilateral channels, including the Global Partnership for Education, the World Bank, and Education Cannot Wait, to build stronger, more resilient and inclusive education systems, including in crises.

We also collaborate with partner governments in line with our modern approach to development, providing evidence on what works, as well as technical assistance and tailored support to strengthen education systems. That includes helping countries to deliver their own services more cost effectively, to ensure that marginalised children can access education and that all children can achieve foundational learning outcomes, including basic literacy and numeracy.

Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
16180
Session
2026-27
Subjects
Education Developing countries Standards
Link
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