Gavin Williamson MP giving daily government coronavirus briefing

The transcript discusses a £650 million catch-up premium for schoolchildren in England to address lost teaching time. It includes guidance on spending, such as intervention programs and technology access. A £350 million national tutoring program aims to provide high-quality tuition for disadvantaged children. Additional funding of £14.4 billion over three years supports schools. Future plans involve preparing for a full return to school, ensuring all children receive quality education.

What are the expected outcomes of the funding and tutoring programs for children?

What additional support is being provided to schools during this difficult time?