Lib Dem Educaation spokesperson and MP for Oxford West and Abingdon has responded to the Prime Minister's direct appeal to parents to return their children to the classroom when schools reopen next week. 

Responding to the Prime Minister's direct appeal to parents to return their children to the classroom Layla  "With the threat of a second wave, it is completely understandable that parents are concerned about their children returning to school. The Government must rapidly upscale test and trace and ensure schools have the mental health support, financial resources and the use of community spaces they need ahead of opening fully."

"The country, and seemingly the Prime Minister, has lost faith in Gavin Williamson. To restore confidence among parents, pupils and teachers the best thing the Prime Minister could do is sack him, rather than speak for him.”