§ Mr. ClappisonTo ask the Secretary of State for Education and Employment how much funding has been available through the Standards Fund for the provision of advanced skills teachers in each year since its inception. [97857]
§ Ms Estelle MorrisFunding available through the Standards Fund for the provision of Advanced Skills Teachers was £1.3 million in 1998–99, the first year of the new grade, and £11 million in 1999–2000. These figures include both Local Education Authority and DfEE contributions.
§ Mr. ClappisonTo ask the Secretary of State for Education and Employment how many advanced skills teachers are paid(a) more than £36,000, (b) more than £38,000 and (c) £40,000 per annum. [97846]
§ Ms Estelle MorrisSalaries for Advanced Skills Teachers are determined by the relevant body in accordance with the School Teachers' Pay and Conditions Document 1999. Statistical information about the salaries of Advanced Skills Teachers is not held centrally.