The Minister, Eleanor Laing, acknowledged the debate’s significance. She stated that the national curriculum covers various aspects of black history and cultural diversity at different key stages. It mandates teaching about significant figures like Mary Seacole and Rosa Parks in primary education and explores topics such as Britain's transatlantic slave trade, abolition, and the British Empire in secondary education. Laing emphasised the importance of inclusivity, objectivity, and balance in teaching history. The minister highlighted ongoing efforts to tackle discrimination and promote tolerance through various programmes and initiatives funded by the Department for Education. She concluded by affirming the government’s commitment to fostering tolerant, knowledgeable citizens who embrace modern British values.