§ Mr. WorthingtonTo ask the Secretary of State for Northern Ireland (1) what proposals he has for the safeguarding of adult education and the education of those with special needs after education colleges are incorporated; [31428]
(2) with whom incorporated further education colleges will be required to discuss their plans for educational activities. [31429]
§ Mr. AncramI am aware of the concerns expressed on these issues and I can assure the hon. Member that, if we proceed with the proposals on incorporation, we will consider very carefully with the further education sector the impact on such areas and the need for adequate consultative arrangements.
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