HC Deb 26 June 1956 vol 555 c26W
66. Mr. G. M. Thomson

asked the Secretary of State for Scotland if he will initiate a public campaign to interest teachers, parents and children in the national need for more scientists, technicians and technologists.

Mr. J. Stuart

A great deal of publicity has been given to the need as a result of the recent White Paper and the debate on it last week, and we will continue to stress the need through the education authorities and the Regional Advisory Councils for Technical Education.

70. Mr. G. M. Thomson

asked the Secretary of State for Scotland what steps he is taking to encourage more girls to enter on scientific and technological courses in schools and universities.

Mr. J. Stuart

The recent White Paper suggested that education authorities and governors of central institutions might consider establishing special courses for girls and that employers might recruit and train girl technicians. These suggestions along with the others in the White Paper are being considered by the bodies concerned.