Overview

This bill amends the Academies Act 2010 regarding secure 16 to 19 Academies (special schools for older teenagers). Key changes relate to funding agreement termination periods, the Secretary of State's duty to consider impact on existing institutions, and the required consultation process for establishing or expanding these academies.

Description

The bill makes three main changes:

• Funding Agreement Termination: Shortens the notice period for ending funding agreements for secure 16 to 19 Academies from seven years to two years.
• Impact Assessment: Exempts the establishment or expansion of secure 16 to 19 Academies from the Secretary of State's duty to consider the impact on existing educational institutions.
• Consultation Process: Alters the required consultation for establishing or expanding secure 16 to 19 Academies. Instead of consulting on the general proposal, consultation will focus on cooperation with potential local partners (public bodies and other educational institutions).

Government Spending

The bill is not expected to directly increase or decrease government spending. The changes to funding agreement termination could potentially lead to savings in the long run if academies are closed earlier, but this is not explicitly stated and would depend on individual cases.

Groups Affected

• Secure 16 to 19 Academies: These academies will experience a shorter notice period for funding agreement termination.
• Existing Educational Institutions: May face less consideration of their interests during the establishment or expansion of secure 16 to 19 Academies.
• Local Partners (Public Bodies and Other Educational Institutions): Will be more directly involved in the consultation process for new or expanded secure 16 to 19 Academies.
• The Secretary of State for Education: Their responsibilities regarding impact assessments and consultation will change.

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