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The MP asks for transparency regarding the scientific basis behind government decisions on school reopening.
If he will publish the scientific advice underpinning the announcement by the Prime Minister on 24 May 2020 that primary schools would reopen for reception, year 1 and year 6 pupils on 1 June 2020. Later, in a supplementary question, Mearns asks about considerations regarding full reopening of schools specifically in relation to transmission risks.
Since 1 June, we have taken positive steps in welcoming children back to school. Teachers and heads have done an excellent job in opening schools to more pupils, and our latest attendance figures show that approximately 92% of education institutions are open with thousands more children back in classrooms, where they can learn best, reunited with their teachers and friends. SAGE papers are being published in tranches, including those of the Children's Task and Finish Working Group.
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