§ Mr. WillisTo ask the Secretary of State for Education and Employment what the cost was of the implementation of the ITT skills tests in numeracy, literacy and ICT; and if he will make statement. [143634]
§ Ms Estelle MorrisThe cost of the introduction of the ITT numeracy skills tests in summer 2000, and development work on the computerised ITT skills tests in numeracy, literacy and ICT for introduction in 2001 thus far, is £2.45 million. This will ensure that all new teachers have the necessary knowledge and skills in these key areas.