§ 10. Mr. G. M. Thomsonasked the Secretary of State for Scotland what 502 plans he has for the extension of secondary school provision in Scotland for maladjusted children.
§ Lady TweedsmuirThe provision of educational facilities for maladjusted children is primarily a matter for education authorities. No plans for the extension of secondary school provision are before my right hon. Friend at present.
§ Mr. ThomsonWill the noble Lady take some initiative on this? Does she not accept that it is the general responsibility of the; Secretary of State to ensure that the prevision for maladjusted children is adequate? Is she aware that the school provision in Scotland in this field is very poor indeed?
§ Lady TweedsmuirI am aware of the problems, and we have established a working party to examine exactly what guidance can be given to local authorities. It should report by the end of the year.