§ Mr. Tom Clarkeasked the Secretary of State for Scotland what is his policy towards the future operation of the national joint working party on physical education in the light of the decision by members representing teachers to withdraw; whether he still proposes to issue guidelines on this subject; and if he will make a statement.
§ Mr. Allan StewartFollowing the withdrawal of the teacher members of the standard grade joint working party on physical education, the JWP proceeded to complete its report. This was approved by the joint working parties steering committee and it will be issued by the Scottish Examination Board for comment by interested bodies including the teachers' associations. Whether or not the JWP is required to do any further work will depend on the outcome of these consultations.