§ Sir M. Galpernasked the Secretary of State for Scotland what instructions he has sent or proposes to send to education authorities or what action he proposes to take following the decision of the House of Lords to allow the appeal against the dismissal of Mr. John Malloch by Aberdeen Corporation because of his failure to register with the General Teaching Council for Scotland.
§ Mr. Gordon CampbellI understand the decision of the House of Lords to be that the resolution of the education authority for the dismissal of this teacher should be set aside on the ground of procedural defect. It is for the authority to consider what action they should now take in the matter having regard to the requirements of the Schools (Scotland) Code on the employment of teachers in schools. I am sure that other education authorities will note the ground of the decision and I do not consider it necessary to issue advice on the matter. I am considering whether the decision has other implications.