Long awaited Schools White Paper brings major reforms Thursday, 5 March, 2026 It was a long time in the coming. You might expect a Schools White Paper to be published in the first few months after a change of government; this one has taken a year and a half. Some of what is proposed is sensible. Stating that school Trusts will be at the heart of the system brings some helpful clarity for the sector, although it is at odds somewhat with other government legislation that... Articles for the Herald and Post
Celebrating Carers Week 15th June 2020 This article was written by Damian and published in the Herald group of papers on the 11th June: "Every year we have Carers Week but this year that takes on a... Articles for the Herald and Post
pressing questions on the Online Harms legislation 11th June 2020 During this week's DCMS Select Committee hearing, Damian pressed the Minister on the timing and the scope of the UK's Online Harms legislation, which is so... Westminster News
Prospects for the return of live music 10th June 2020 During this week's DCMS Select Committee hearing, Damian asked about the prospects for the return of live music, what would need to be in place for safety and... Westminster News
Schools need maximum flexibility on reopening 9th June 2020 During questions in Parliament for the Education Secretary, Damian asked for maximum flexibility so that those schools that can welcome more children back would... Westminster News
Cautiously moving forward 1st June 2020 This article was written by Damian and published in the Herald group of papers on 28th May: Now that the peak of Covid-19 has passed, and the ‘R’ or... Local News
Statement on Dominic Cummings 27th May 2020 A statement by Damian regarding Dominic Cummings: " Mr Cummings has put his case that he believes he acted legally and reasonably. "But it is clear to me that... Westminster News
Covid-19 Bulletin #26 22nd May 2020 Covid-19 Bulletin National The Government is to offer antibody tests to health and social care staff and patients in England from next week The Government... Local News
Starting to ease the lockdown 18th May 2020 This article was written by Damian and published in the Herald editions on the 15th May: "This week marks a crucial point in the fight against Covid-19. It is... Articles for the Herald and Post
Covid-19 Bulletin #25 13th May 2020 Covid Bulletin National The Government is encouraging all eligible children to attend educational settings even if parents are able to keep their children at... Local News
