HC Deb 16 December 1968 vol 775 cc305-6W
Mr. Ted Leadbitter

asked the Secretary of State for Education and Science if he will make a statement on his plans for staffing, training, administration and teaching when his Department takes over the responsibility for mentally handicapped children.

Mr. Edward Short

I would refer my hon. Friend to my Written Answer to my hon. Friend the Member for Ilford, South (Mr. Arnold Shaw) on 5th December. Consultation will be necessary on other aspects also. These matters are receiving consideration.—[Vol. 774, c. 533.]