§ 9. Mr. John Evansasked the Secretary of State for Education and Science whether he is satisfied with progress in implementing the provisions of the Education Act 1981.
§ Mr. DunnIn general, yes. The new assessments and statements procedures are now in operation. Many local education authorities have conducted a review and reappraisal of their special educational provision and arrangements in the light of the Act.
§ Mr. EvansWill the Minister confirm that some local education authorities are not fully implementing the 1981 Act, especially in integrating handicapped pupils with their fellow pupils?
§ Mr. DunnAll local education authorities and schools have been urged to review their provision for children with special educational needs. I accept that there may be some variation between local education authorities.