§ Mr. Ralph Howellasked the Secretary of State for Education and Science what is his estimate of the overall net cost in 1979–80 of the school meals service.
§ Dr. BoysonAbout £390 million for England and Wales, at November 1978 prices, and taking account of a 5p increase in the school meal charge this autumn.
§ Mr. John Evansasked the Secretary of State for Education and Science if he plans to increase the price of school meals.
§ Dr. BoysonI refer the hon. Member to today's Budget Statement by my right hon. and learned Friend the Chancellor of the Exchequer.