§ 15. Mr. Gurdenasked the Secretary of State for Education and Science what is the cost of raising the Exchequer grant to voluntary aided schools from 75 per cent. to 80 per cent.
§ Mr. RedheadIt is estimated that the annual cost to the Exchequer of my right hon. Friend's proposals for giving additional financial help to voluntary schools will rise gradually to reach a level of about £1.5 million in the fourth financial year after the proposed legislation is passed.
§ Mr. GurdenWill there be any additional grants in special cases where the financial load is heavy as a result of the change to comprehensive education? If the hon. Gentleman does not know the answer, will he table a Question to my right hon. Friend after the election?
§ Mr. RedheadSome part of the purpose of these additional grants is to permit voluntary schools to play their part in the comprehensive reorganisation.