HC Deb 11 February 1960 vol 617 cc635-6
16. Mrs. White

asked the Minister of Education whether he is yet able to state when he proposes to give effect to the recommendation of the Crowther Committee that there should be two leaving dates in the school year, instead of three.

Sir D. Eccles

I recognise that this proposal has obvious attractions, but it is necessary to consult industry and education authorities.

Mrs. White

Whilst accepting that consultation is desirable, may I ask whether the Minister agrees that, subject to consultation, this arrangement is very desirable from the educational point of view?

Sir D. Eccles

It is certainly desirable from the educational point of view. There are, of course, aspects of it which affect labour.