§ 31. Mr. Chetwyndasked the Minister of Education what action he is taking to ensure that the revised scale of grants for students is uniformly carried out by all local education authorities; and what consultations he has had to this end.
§ Sir D. EcclesThe associations of local education authorities and committees were consulted before the announcement of the revised income scale. It is the Government's intention to introduce appropriate legislation to secure uniformity.
§ Mr. ChetwyndCan this be done in time for the next session this year, and will justice be done between all children, no matter where they live?
§ Sir D. EcclesI certainly want the new scale to come in by next September.
§ Mrs. WhiteCan the right hon. Gentleman say in what proportion the Ministry and the education authorities will share the extra £10 million?
§ Sir D. EcclesThat matter is still under discussion.