A CORNISH MP has welcomed the news that Cornwall is to be at the heart of the Government’s levelling-up plans after being named as a new Education Investment Area (EIA).
Steve Double, MP for St Austell and Newquay, has welcomed the announcement that Cornwall has been named as one of 55 new EIAs in an initiative aimed at improving pupils’ results and opportunities.
The plans being published today (Wednesday) will identify cold spots of the country, such as Cornwall, where school outcomes are the weakest, in order to target investment, support and action that help children from all backgrounds and areas to succeed at the very highest levels.
Steve Double said: “I am absolutely delighted that the Government has recognised Cornwall as being one of the EIAs and I will work closely with colleagues and Cornwall Council to ensure that this funding is targeted at those who need…
