HC Deb 17 May 1968 vol 764 cc304-5W
Mr. Dewar

asked the Secretary of State for Scotland what total sum he estimates would be raised in a full financial year from standardising the charge for lunches for pupils in special schools for handicapped children in Scotland at ninepence.

Mr. Ross

£36,000.

Mr. Dewar

asked the Secretary of State for Scotland what increase in revenue, above that at present raised, he estimates is to be obtained in a full year from the standardisation of charges for lunches in special schools for handicapped children in Scotland at ninepence.

Mr. Ross

£20,000.

Mr. Dewar

asked the Secretary of State for Scotland how many pupils are presently enrolled at special schools for handicapped children in Scotland; how many of these lunch in school; and what is the total cost of each meal at the present time.

Mr. Ross

In January of this year 9,966, of whom 8,985 attended day schools. Almost all of those attending day schools lunched in school. The average cost of a school lunch is about 2s. 8d.

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