Lord Lucasasked Her Majesty's Government:
Whether they intend that, in the long term, sixth form colleges and schools should be funded at the same rate in respect of their A-level students.
§ The Minister of State, Department for Education and Employment (Baroness Blackstone)The Government's overall aim is to ensure high quality provision that meets the needs of all students age 16–19 in an efficient and effective manner. The Government are continuing research into the comparative funding costs of different education and training routes for 16–19 year-old students.