Scottish Tertiary Education Advisory Council

HC Deb 27 March 1986 vol 94 cc589-90W

Mr. Foulkes

asked the Secretary of State for Scotland if he will list all the bodies and individuals who have submitted representations on the report of the Scottish Tertiary Education Advisory Council; which of these commented on the recommendation regarding colleges of education; whether any supported the council's recommendation on the colleges; when he expects to announce the result of the consultation; and if he will make a statement.

Mr. Allan Stewart

The bodies and individuals who had commented on the report by 25 March are listed below, those commenting on the recommendation regarding colleges of education being indicated with an asterisk. Although the majority of respondents oppose the recommendation, some have supported it. Decisions on those recommendations which are directed at the Government will be announced after due consideration has been given to all the views expressed.

Responses to the STEAC Report had been received from the following organisations and individuals by 25 March 1986.