HC Deb 06 April 1970 vol 799 cc2-3W
26. Mr. Rankin

asked the Secretary of State for Foreign and Commonwealth Affairs if he will consult with the Government of Hong Kong with a view to introducing free primary education for all children within the ages of six to 11 years; and how many young persons in that age group are not, at present, attending school.

Mr. Luard

It is the Hong Kong Government's aim to provide free primary education for all who desire it and we are in constant touch with the Hong Kong Government about this issue. The total number of places available in Government and subsidised primary schools is expected by the end of this year to exceed the estimated number of children of primary school age desiring places in such schools.

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