§ Mr. Geraint Howellsasked the Secretary of State for Wales what proportion of children receive free school meals in Wales; what were the corresponding figures for each of the past 10 years; and if he will make a statement.
§ Mr. Barry JonesIn October 1978 26.0 per cent. of pupils in maintained primary and secondary schools in Wales taking school meals received them free of charge.
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§ Mr. Barry JonesNone. I am assured by my right hon. Friend who has ministerial responsibility in these matters that he is unaware of any proposals to reduce the rail network in Wales.