overcome and then forgotten. the prime minister says that is the anti maths mindset that perpetuates in the country and is holding the economy back. today, he has announced a review of the way maths is taught in england. mr sunak says a group of advisers, including mathematicians and business representatives, will examine the core maths content that s being taught in schools and will consult on introducing some form of compulsory maths education to age 18. so it will take time to implement this change, but we are taking the first step today by identifying the maths content that will give our 16 to 18 year olds the skills they need to get on in life. and when we have that, then we ll come back with a detailed plan to deliver. let s speak to dr laura clarke.