HC Deb 19 December 1989 vol 164 c212W
63. Mr. Franks

To ask the Secretary of State for Education and Science what representations he has received concerning the joint circular on the approval of initial teacher training courses; and if he will make a statement.

Mr. Alan Howarth

My right hon. Friend has received no representations about DES circular 24/89 and Welsh Office circular 59/89 on the approval of initial teacher training courses. The circular was the subject of full consultation before it was issued.