§ 32. Mr. Gallacherasked the Secretary of State for Scotland whether he is aware that in some parts of Scotland a charge is made for books used by the children of unemployed persons in public elementary schools, whilst in other parts such books are provided free; and which educational authorities make such charges?
§ Mr. ElliotI am aware that in certain areas the education authorities provide school books free to all pupils, while in other areas free provision is made only in necessitous cases. I am obtaining information as to the precise arrangements made by each education authority and will send particulars to the hon. Member.