Alan Milburn, who resigned as chair of the Social Mobility Commission last month, tells the Education Committee the government is not doing enough to address inequality.
Health Secretary Shona Robison says the decision to close a hospital children's ward as one of the most difficult she has had to make.
Plenary begins with Questions to the First Minister, and includes a debate on the Thurley Review of Amgueddfa Cymru.
The European Parliament debates the recognition of professional qualifications, and passes motions on three human rights cases.
A "scrappy week" in the Commons as MPs polish off some uncontroversial legislation.