§ Mr. Ashleyasked the Secretary of State for Education and Science what action she intends to take on the recommendations of the survey conducted by the Dyslexia Institute on concessions for dyslexic candidates in GCE and CSE examinations.
§ Miss Margaret JacksonThese recommendations are directed primarily at the examining boards and schools rather than at central Government, but I share the general concern about the issue which they highlight. I understand that, in October, the Standing Conference of the Regional Examining Boards is to consider the question of dyslexic candidates and a report is expected towards the end of the year. Similarly, representatives of the GCE boards are to try to establish a common policy and expect to make a statement later this year. The Schools Council, which co-ordinates national arrangements for secondary school examinations, is keeping in close touch with both the CSE and the GCE boards. I welcome these developments and hope that progress can be made despite the complexities.