§ Mr. Dalyellasked the Secretary of State for Scotland what action he is taking to attract qualified scientists and engineers to the teaching profession.
§ Mr. RossThe recruitment of graduates is encouraged by various forms of publicity including annual visits by recruitment teams to all universities. The Special Recruitment Scheme which provides financial assistance to enable per-46W sons from other employment to train as teachers also makes an important contribution to the supply of teachers of science and engineering.