§ Mr. Wigleyasked the Secretary of State for Wales what representations he has received from the Welsh Joint Education Committee concerning the provision of a specific grant towards the cost of bilingual education in Wales; and if he will make a statement on his proposals in response.
§ Mr. John MorrisThe Welsh Joint Education Committee some time ago requested the Government to consider entering into negotiations with local authorities in Wales about the provision of specific grants, over and above rate support grant, towards expenditure on bilingual education. I have given consideration to the possibility of such a specific grant within the limit of existing resources and have invited the views of the Committee and other bodies on aspects of this572W matter. I hope to have the Committee's response soon.