Written question asked by Clive Efford (Labour) on Thursday, 18 June 2026, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Wednesday, 24 June 2026 (named day). It was answered by Bridget Phillipson (Labour) on Wednesday, 24 June 2026 on behalf of the Women and Equalities.

Gender Based Violence: Education

Question: What steps she is taking to improve awareness of violence against women and girls in schools.

Answer

Tackling violence against women and girls is a moral mission for all of society, and education is an integral part. We are focussing on prevention; instilling the values and skills to disrupt dangerous attitudes and stop harmful behaviours from escalating.

We are supporting schools to challenge misogyny, launching major campaigns to raise awareness and change behaviour, and we are investing £16m to test the best ways to deliver the new RSHE curriculum, provide healthy relationships training and to help tackle harmful behaviours. This money will support teachers and schools in tackling this vital issue.

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Type: Written question
Reference: 900646
Session: 2026-27
Question not reached: Yes
Subjects: Education Women Schools Gender based violence
Link: View this Written question on questions-statements.parliament.uk

Gender Based Violence: Education

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