§ Mr. George Rodgersasked the Secretary of State for Education and Science if he will make provision for total enrolment to the Open University to be extended; and if he will make a statement.
§ Mr. Gerry FowlerThe Open University has asked for its grant in aid to be 25W increased to allow it to admit more students. My right hon. Friend is considering this request in the light of other educational priorities and in the context of Government expenditure generally.