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Accepted
We are encouraged by the Minister’s acceptance that the state had a role in historical...
Recommendation
We are encouraged by the Minister’s acceptance that the state had a role in historical forced adoptions. However, the Government must go further by acknowledging the central role that the state had during this time. (Conclusion, Paragraph 39)
Government Response Summary
The government accepts the recommendation, stating their apology recognised the state's central role in enabling harmful practices through funding and oversight. They commit to reflecting this acknowledgement in the public record and future support delivery.
Government Response
Accepted
Government Response
Accepted
HM Government
Accepted
ACCEPT The Government’s apology recognised the role of the state in enabling the systems and practices in which harm occurred including through funding and oversight, and acknowledged that the state did not do enough to prevent these practices. The Government is committed to ensuring that this acknowledgement is reflected in both the public record and in how support is delivered going forward.
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