§ Mr. David PorterTo ask the Secretary of State for Education what plans he has to broaden the remit and input of the School Examinations and Assessment Council and the National Curriculum Council; what consideration he is giving to merging them; and if he will make a statement.
§ Mr. ForthThe functions of the two councils are laid down by section 14 of the Education Reform Act 1988 and their current priorities are set out in their corporate plans. My right hon. Friend is currently considering their future relationship.