§ Miss Wrightasked the Secretary of State for Education and Science, following his reply to the hon. Member for 532W Birmingham, Handsworth on 8 July, if he will include the teachers' organisations in his discussions on the shortfall in recruitment to the shortage subjects of mathematics, science and foreign languages; and if he will report to the House on their conclusions.
§ Dr. BoysonMy right hon. and learned Friend will be glad to consider any proposals which any of the teachers' organisations may have for reducing teacher shortages. He will also be looking for advice on the problem from the Advisory Committee on the Supply and Education of Teachers, on which teachers are strongly represented. The House will be informed of any conclusions on future action which are agreed.