HC Deb 17 February 1976 vol 905 cc617-8W
Mr. Gwilym Roberts

asked the Secretary of State for Education and Science what figures are available for the number of accidents and deaths resulting from adventure schemes operated by schools; if he will study the educational value of such schemes; and if he will make a statement.

Miss Joan Lestor

No central records are kept of accidents arising from school activities. My Department through Her Majesty's inspectors is aware of a variety of adventure schemes with a wide range of objectives, and issues guidance to those concerned in the form of a pamphlet on "Safety in Outdoor Pursuits"; but it is for local education authorities and the schools themselves to assess the educational value of such schemes.