The New Statesman | UK politics and culture What Musk's money could do for Reform UK
Dec 20, 2024
George Eaton, Senior Editor at The New Statesman, and Rachel Cunliffe, Associate Political Editor, delve into Elon Musk's potential influence on Reform UK. They explore the Children's Wellbeing and Schools Bill, highlighting the critical need for tracking missing and homeschooled children to enhance safety. Additionally, they discuss how super donors like Musk may shape UK electoral strategies and the complex political landscape influenced by fluctuating party support and accountability in public services.
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Child Safety Register
- A proposed "Children Not in School" register aims to improve child safety and address the issue of children missing from education.
- This register could help track children and potentially prevent situations like the tragic Sarah Sharif case.
Kyra Ishak Case
- Hannah Barnes recalls the case of Kyra Ishak, a girl who was murdered after being taken out of school.
- This highlights how lack of oversight can enable child abuse.
Closing Loopholes
- The register addresses a loophole that allows abusive parents to avoid scrutiny by homeschooling.
- It also aims to tackle illegal schools operating outside safeguarding regulations.