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Accepted
The Government must give an initial commitment to an apology, and must undertake the preliminary...
Recommendation
The Government must give an initial commitment to an apology, and must undertake the preliminary work for an apology - including working with survivor groups - as quickly as possible and commit publicly to a clear timetable for developing and issuing its apology. (Recommendation, Paragraph 32)
Government Response Summary
The government accepts the recommendation, confirming they committed to and delivered the apology within a clear timeframe, following preparatory work and engagement with affected individuals and organisations.
Government Response
Accepted
Government Response
Accepted
HM Government
Accepted
ACCEPT The Government committed to and delivered the apology within a clear timeframe. This followed a programme of preparatory work, including engagement with those affected and representative organisations, to ensure the apology was informed and credible.
Source
Committee
Education Committee
Inquiry
Historical Forced Adoption
Report
8th Report - Historical Forced Adoption
27 Mar 2026
HC 1713
Addressee Bodies
Department for Education
Timeline
Recommendation age
0.3 yrs
Report published
27 Mar 2026