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Written question asked by Baroness Coussins (Crossbench) on Monday, 19 January 2026, in the House of Lords. It was due for an answer on Monday, 2 February 2026. It was answered by Baroness Smith of Malvern (Labour) on Monday, 2 February 2026 on behalf of the Department for Education.


Mandarin Language: Education

Question

To ask His Majesty's Government whether they will continue to fund the Mandarin Excellence Programme beyond August.

Answer

The Mandarin Excellence Programme is operating this academic year, and we are developing options for next and subsequent academic years, which we will set out in due course.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
HL13689
Session
2024-26
Subjects
Education Finance Mandarin language
Link
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