§ Mr. McMasterTo ask the Secretary of State for Scotland when he last met representatives of the Roman Catholic Education Commission to discuss the continued provision of denominational education in Scotland; what aspects of the subjects were discussed; and if he will make a statement.
§ Lord James Douglas-HamiltonMy right hon. Friend met representatives of the Catholic Education Commission on 25 February 1994. At that meeting a range of issues relating to denominational education was discussed, including school transport and catchment areas. Archbishop Winning, who was present at the meeting, has since publicly welcomed the positive progress made in the Government's discussions with the commission.