HC Deb 06 July 1992 vol 211 c77W
Mr. Blunkett

To ask the Secretary of State for the Environment how he calculates the expenditure of opt-out schools in deciding the designation of local authorities for charge-capping; and if he will make a statement.

Mr. Redwood

My right hon. and learned Friend does not calculate the expenditure of grant-maintained schools for the purposes of his decisions on designation for capping. He takes these decisions in accordance with principles which operate by reference to the overall amount of each authority's budget. Before deciding his principles, my right hon. and learned Friend has regard to all appropriate considerations.