§ 2. Mr. Hardyasked the Secretary of State for Education and Science what is the average sum provided for the purchase of books for each primary school pupil in the current year; and if he expects this provision to increase or to fall in 1982–83.
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§ Mr. William SheltonFigures for 1981–82 are not yet available, but the average sum spent by local education authorities on school books for each primary school pupil in 1980–81 was some £5.30. Our expenditure plans allow for an increase in spending on schools books and equipment in 1981–82 and for a further increase in 1982–83.