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Earlier this week, we saw new information that shows that the incidence of sexual harassment and sexual violence against girls in our schools is increasing, and that is a year after the Women and Equalities Committee published its inquiry into the subject. What more will the Government do to make sure that their policies are working to keep girls and children safe in our schools?

Asked by
Maria Miller (Conservative)
Answering body
Women and Equalities
Topical questions - Supplementary
Status
Answered
Date
12 October 2017
Reference
629 c443
House
House of Commons

As my right hon. Friend points out, we have taken a range of steps already, but the recent report highlights again how significant an issue this is for young people now. As social media becomes a staple part of young people’s lives to a greater and greater extent, those risks will only grow. She will be aware that we are trying to make sure that the guidance that we provide to schools remains up to date, and that sits alongside other areas of action from the Government such as updating the relationship and sex education guidance. We are clear that if schools see this happening, they should report it to children’s social services or the police—it is vital that they take action.

Answered by
Justine Greening (Conservative)
Answering body
Women and Equalities
Type
Oral answers to questions
Date
12 October 2017
Reference
629 c443
House
House of Commons

What plans she has to amend safeguarding guidance for schools better to protect girls from sexual assault.

Asked by
Kate Hollern (Labour)
Answering body
Women and Equalities
Oral questions - Lead
Status
Withdrawn
Date
3 July 2017
Reference
900278
House
House of Commons