§ Mr. Alfred MorrisTo ask the Secretary of State for Education if he will make a statement on the importance to the development of community care policies of two new degree courses in learning disabilities that were officially launched on 16 November.
§ Mr. FormanThe two new degree courses to be run at Stockport college of further and higher education and King Alfred's college aim to develop the knowledge and skills of those who work in the provision of services for people with learning disabilities. The courses constitute part of the overall training provision for the caring professions offered by educational institutions throughout the country. The Government welcome the development of such provision, which has an important part to play in ensuring that those who work at all levels in community care have opportunities to acquire the necessary skills.