HC Deb 06 August 1940 vol 364 cc52-3W
Mrs. Adamson

asked the President of the Board of Education whether compulsory education has been restored in all evacuation and neutral areas, as laid down in Circular 1498 of 7th February; and what percentage of children in these areas are receiving full-time education?

Mr. Ramsbotham

Compulsory education is in force in neutral areas and 95 per cent. of the children were receiving full-time education on 24th May, which is the latest date for which I have figures. As regards the position in evacuation areas, I would refer the hon. Member to the answer given to the hon. Member for West Leyton (Mr. Sorensen) on 1st August, of which I am sending her a copy.