§ Mr. Greenwayasked the Secretary of State for Education and Science how many education authorities have now given full effect to the provisions of section 6 of the Education Act 1980, with regard to parental choice; how many have still to do so; and if he will make a statement.
§ Dr. BoysonThe provisions of section 6 apply to all local education authorities. While some complaints have been received from parents alleging that the Act was not being operated properly, my right hon. Friend has, to date, not found any such complaints to be substantiated.