HC Deb 19 January 1988 vol 125 c619W
19. Mr. Harry Greenway

To ask the Secretary of State for Education and Science what is his policy towards the responsibilities and role of teachers in loco parentis; and if he will make a statement.

Mrs. Rumbold

My right hon. Friend's policy is to support governing bodies, head teachers and teachers in exercising their responsibility for maintaining discipline in schools.