Debates

Michael Gove introduces the Academies Bill for its second reading in the House of Commons.  read more »

Michael Gove apologises for the way the list of schools affected by cuts to the building programme was provided to MPs and for the fact that some schools were miscategorised in that list and the distress and concern that has caused.  read more »

Michael Gove makes a statement in the House of Commons on education funding and announces plans to focus on investing in people which will double the number of top teachers in challenging schools.  read more »

Michael Gove's speech to the National College in which he stresses the the need for greater freedoms for headteachers and schools.  read more »

Michael Gove opens the education debate on the Queen's Speech.  read more »

David Cameron and Michael Gove have reaffirmed their commitment to create a new generation of state schools with small class sizes and strong discipline.  read more »

Once or twice in a generation, we have watershed elections - where the future direction of the country depends on the outcome.  read more »

Michael Gove calls for the raising of standards, support for teachers and less bureaucracy.  read more »

Michael Gove outlines Conservative priorities for school reform.  read more »

Michael Gove responds to the Secretary of State for Children, Schools and Families statement on the appointment of the next Children's Commissioner.  read more »