§ Mr. Fatchettasked the Secretary of State for Education and Science by what date a core curriculum in secondary education will begin to be introduced; by what date it is expected to be fully implemented; and which subjects will be included.
§ Mrs. RumboldMy right hon. Friend intends to issue a consultation document shortly containing his proposals on all these matters. I shall arrange for a copy to be sent to the hon. Member.
§ Mr. Fatchettasked the Secretary of State for Education and Science what plans he had to introduce a core curriculum in CTCs; and if he will make a statement.
§ Mrs. RumboldCity technology colleges will be required as a condition of grant to implement the substance of the national curriculum. This will give CTCs, like maintained schools, enough flexibility to put a special emphasis on science and technology and to develop or experiment with new approaches.