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Academies Act 2010
Summary
The Academies Act 2010 allows schools to become 'academies' – schools run independently from local councils but still funded by the government. These schools have more freedom to make their own decisions about what they teach, how they spend money, and who they employ, instead of following council rules.
A vote to support means
- —Supporting this Act means believing schools should have more freedom to run themselves without local council control. Supporters think this gives schools more flexibility to make decisions quickly, improve teaching quality, and be more creative with their budgets.
A vote to oppose means
- —Critics worry that taking schools away from council control could create unfair differences between schools in the same area. They're concerned about whether all schools will have enough money and support, and whether this widens the gap between successful and struggling schools.
Cast Your Vote
People's Vote45 votes
82% Support · 3718% Oppose · 8
Bill Passage
Commons
- 1st reading13 Jul 2010
- 2nd reading19 Jul 2010
- Committee stage21 Jul 2010
- 3rd reading26 Jul 2010
Lords
- 1st reading26 May 2010
- 2nd reading7 Jun 2010
- Committee stage21 Jun 2010
- Report stage6 Jul 2010
- 3rd reading13 Jul 2010
Royal Assent27 Jul 2010
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