Technical education in England: T Levels
This briefing provides an overview of reforms to the technical education system in England through the introduction of new T Level qualifications.
This House of Commons Library briefing provides an introduction and reference guide to the key schools-related topics often raised with Members by constituents in Wales.
Constituency casework: schools in Wales (386 KB , PDF)
Members often receive enquiries from constituents about school-related matters. Many of these can be answered from readily available information on the internet or in standard publications. Where complex issues are raised it may be more appropriate to refer the constituent to specialist bodies and organisations or to a solicitor if legal advice is sought.
This note gives a brief overview of the structure of the state-maintained school system in Wales, including an outline of the different categories of schools, as often an answer to a school-related constituency question may depend upon the type of school in question. The note provides background and key sources on a selection of issues that are typically raised with Members by constituents. Members who have questions on topics not covered here may contact the Social Policy Section for information.
The various guidance documents referred to in this briefing are current at the time of writing; however, some sources are updated regularly or from time to time so it is advisable to check the relevant websites.
This note relates to Wales only. Education is a devolved area and information on school-related issues is available on the websites of the Department for Education, Scottish Government, and the Northern Ireland Department of Education.
There are also Library briefings:
Constituency casework: schools in Wales (386 KB , PDF)
This briefing provides an overview of reforms to the technical education system in England through the introduction of new T Level qualifications.
A Westminster Hall debate on the United Nations International Day of Education will take place on Thursday 23 January 2025, from 1:30pm. The debate was scheduled by the Backbench Business Committee and will be led by Bambos Charalambous MP.
An overview of the current system of support for children and young people with special educational needs, and pressure on the system