Rennie responds to education statement

7 Nov 2023
Willie Rennie MSP

Responding to the Education Secretary’s statement in Parliament today, Scottish Liberal Democrat education spokesperson Willie Rennie MSP said:

“Today’s ICEA report states: 'The need for change is clear and expectations are high.'

"But this statement appears to duck the big questions.

“Skills reform – a statement later this year.

“Qualifications reform – a debate next year.

“The only thing that is new today is the abolition of the centrepiece of John Swinney’s reforms.

“I recognise the pressures on behaviour, the attainment gap, attendance but these are reforms for the future and they will take time to implement.

“What further information is the Education Secretary looking for to enable her to provide the leadership that Scottish education needs?

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