Fareham MP urges public to ask part in education reform

Fareham MP Suella Fernandes is backing the government-proposed reform, which would have a basic per-pupil amount as its main building block and increase in value as the pupil progresses.

The new system will protect resources for pupils from disadvantaged families, with £3bn in funding targeted for those who are in most need.

Miss Fernandes said: ‘The current postcode lottery in school funding is outdated and unfair, putting some pupils at a disadvantage.

‘Under the old system we have seen funding being distributed in a way that does not reflect the needs of the pupils – this cannot be allowed to continue.

‘The new National Funding Formula will be altogether fairer and more efficient – ensuring funding goes straight to schools in a simple and transparent way.

‘Fundamentally this is about supporting opportunity for all pupils. I would urge people to take part.’