PARLIAMENTARY WRITTEN QUESTION
Children's Centres: Closures (3 February 2016)
Question Asked
To ask the Secretary of State for Education, how many Sure Start centres are due to be closed over the current Parliament.
Asked by:
Mr Toby Perkins (Labour)
Asked by:
Mr Toby Perkins (Labour)
Answer
The Department does not routinely collect data on the number of anticipated children’s centre closures but expects local authorities to fulfil their duties under the Childcare Act 2006 to ensure sufficient children’s centres to meet the needs of local families. Local authorities must consult fully before any significant changes are made to children’s centre services.
Answered by:
Mr Sam Gyimah (Liberal Democrat)
11 February 2016
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