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Financial Literacy (Curriculum) Bill

A Bill to make provision for the inclusion of financial literacy in the national curriculum; and for connected purposes

Originating House

House of Commons

Last Updated

26 April 2013

In Plain English

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This Bill would require financial literacy to be taught in all state schools as part of the national curriculum. It aims to give pupils essential skills for money management and financial decision-making. It would set out what should be taught and how schools should deliver the subject, with related provisions to support implementation.

Key Points

Makes financial literacy mandatory in the national curriculum.
Applies to all state-funded primary and secondary schools.
Sets out the topics to be covered and how the subject should be delivered in schools.
Creates duties on the Department for Education and schools to implement and support the curriculum.

Progress

The Bill is currently at the 2nd reading in the House of Commons; after this stage it would proceed to committee and report stages if it progresses.

Who is affected?

Pupils and students in primary and secondary educationParents and guardiansTeachers and school leadersSchools, local authorities, and other education providersEducation sector organisations and training providers

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Updates & Documents

News (1)

News - Financial Literacy (Curriculum)

1 Jan 1970

The Bill failed to complete its passage through Parliament before the end of the session. This means the Bill will make no further progress.

Documents (1)

Bill 35 2012-13, as introduced

BillCommons

17 Jan 2013

Parliamentary Votes (0)

No recorded votes for this bill yet.

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