HC Deb 03 April 1978 vol 947 c52W
Mr. Gwilym Roberts

asked the Secretary of State for Education and Science if she will take steps to make grants for essential school clothing mandatory, in view of the recent withdrawal by Staffordshire County Council of the grant of up to £25 for purchasing such clothing; and if she will make a statement.

Miss Margaret Jackson

This change would require both legislation and the provision of additional resources and is, therefore, not practicable at present.