HC Deb 11 November 1971 vol 825 cc214-5W
66. Mr. Wall

asked the Secretary of State for Education and Science if she will make a statement on her proposals for the future organisation and financing of student unions.

Mr. van Straubenzee

My right hon. Friend recently sent out to the various bodies concerned a consultative document outlining proposals to establish the financing of student unions on a new basis. They have been asked to send in their comments as soon as possible.

69. Mr. James Johnson

asked the Secretary of State for Education and Science how many letters she has received regarding the financing of student unions; and if she will make a statement.

Mr. van Straubenzee

Since 1st October, my right hon. Friend has received about 70 such letters. On the second part of the Question, I would refer the hon. Member to the reply given today to the Question by my hon. Friend the Member for Haltemprice (Mr. Wall).