HC Deb 10 April 1973 vol 854 c237W
20. Mr. Tebbit

asked the Secretary of State for Education and Science what consideration she gives to cost effectiveness when she approves education schemes.

Mrs. Thatcher

In accordance with Circular 10/70, the wise use of resources is one of the factors I take into account when considering statutory proposals under Section 13 of the Education Act 1944.