§ Mr. Pardoeasked the Secretary of State for Education and Science whether she is satisfied that the education system will be ready in time for the raising of the school leaving age by the proposed date; and if she will make a statement.
§ Mrs. ThatcherAs I informed the House on 5th November, 1971, I am satisfied, in general terms, that the resources which have been committed nationally are adequate and are being applied effectively; but I have asked all local education authorities to let me have, by 1st December, 1971, reports on their state of preparedness.