HC Deb 20 July 1982 vol 28 c126W
26. Mr. Graham

asked the Secretary of State for Education and Science if he is satisfied that proposed teacher provision will be adequate to safeguard the educational opportunities of 16 to 19-year-olds.

Mr. William Shelton

Yes. In making the provision set out in this year's public expenditure White Paper the Government allowed for a substantial increase in the numbers of 16 to 19-year-olds in full-time education.