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Written question asked by Kerry McCarthy (Labour) on Friday, 28 August 2026, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Wednesday, 2 September 2026. It was answered by Catherine McKinnell (Labour) on Tuesday, 8 September 2026 on behalf of the Ministry of Justice.


Prisons: Education

Question

To ask the Secretary of State for Justice, pursuant to the answer to UIN 117428 given on 10th March 2026, what the timescale is for the evaluation of the Prison Education Service and if he will provide an update on progress.

Answer

A comprehensive evaluation of the Prisoner Education Service is underway to inform ongoing delivery and future improvements. The evaluation will run from 2026 to 2029, and the findings will be published as they become available during that period.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
19889
Session
2026-27
Related items
Prisons: Education
Tuesday, 10 March 2026
Written questions
House of Commons
Subjects
Education Prisons
Link
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