§ 103. Mr. Willeyasked the Secretary of State for Education and Science what assistance is now being provided for preschool playgroups; and in what manner that assistance is being extended.
§ Mr. van StraubenzeeMy right hon. Friend recognises the importance of the work done by playgroups and hopes that, in suitable cases, local authorities will support them. At least 70 already do so, through the appointment of playgroup advisers, the making of grants and in other ways.