Forced adoption survivors to get full apology from UK government, says Phillipson

Published June 17, 2026 · Category: News

Overview

Education secretary describes historical practice in England as a ‘shameful period’ in country’s history

Downing Street is to make a full apology on behalf of the state to those affected by historic forced adoption in England, the education secretary has confirmed.

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Bridget Phillipson, giving evidence to MPs on the education select committee on Wednesday, described it as a “shameful period” in the country’s history.

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Originally published at www.theguardian.com.

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