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Written question asked by Jess Asato (Labour) on Monday, 1 June 2026, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Wednesday, 3 June 2026. It was answered by Josh MacAlister (Labour) on Tuesday, 9 June 2026 on behalf of the Department for Education.


Covid-19 Inquiry

Question

To ask the Secretary of State for Education, what steps her Department is taking to implement Recommendation 7 in the Module 2 Report of the Covid-19 Inquiry, published on 20 November 2025.

Answer

The government does not intend to introduce legislation to make Child’s Rights Impact Assessments a statutory requirement at this time.

The department is working closely with Cabinet Office and other government departments to strengthen the consideration of children and young people’s interests within overall risk planning, including in relation to pandemics and other emergencies.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
5679
Session
2026-27
Related items
Subjects
Covid-19 Inquiry
Link
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