§ Mr. Alfred MorrisTo ask the Prime Minister, what arrangements are made for co-ordination between the Secretary of State for Social Services and the Secretary of State for Education and Science in regard to the statutory duty imposed on health authorities by the Education Act 1981.
§ The Prime MinisterCo-ordination between the two Departments takes place at all levels as necessary over the operation of the Education Act 1981.
Progress on the implementation of the Act continues to be monitored by both Departments. They are at present reviewing the relevant legislation, regulations and guidance.