§ Mr. PawseyTo ask the Secretary of State for Education and Science what information he has on the number of schools, and of what type, which have been extensively damaged by fire during the last 12 months and on the comparable figure for 1980.
§ Mr. FallonThe Department does not maintain records of the number of schools damaged by fire.
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§ Mr. PawseyTo ask the Secretary of State for Education and Science what guidance is given to local education authorities in respect of the desirability of insurance against fire of school premises and the type of security provided against fire and arson in school premises; and what plans he has to review the guidance.
§ Mr. FallonThe Department does not issue guidance to local education authorities on the desirability of insurance against fire of school premises. Guidance on precautions against fire, including arson attacks, is published in the Department's building bulletins. This guidance is under constant review.