HC Deb 23 May 1978 vol 950 cc485-6W
Mr. Cartwright

asked the Secretary of State for Education and Science what services her Department provides (a) to the States of Jersey and (b) to the States of Guernsey; and what charges are made for such services.

Mrs. Shirley Williams

My Department does not directly provide services for the States of Jersey and Guernsey. Students from these islands may, however, be admitted to maintained and other

this area of local discretion. A detailed survey of existing practices would not contribute towards a solution of the problem, which is basically a matter of priorities and resources. We are nevertheless considering whether any changes in the present arrangements are feasible.