HC Deb 14 November 1978 vol 958 c152W
36. Mr. Silvester

asked the Secretary of State for Education and Science what representations she has received concerning the proposed reduction in parental choice of secondary schools in the city of Manchester.

Mrs. Shirley Williams

I have received representations from nine individuals or groups about the Manchester local education authority's proposals for a new system for the allocation of secondary school places. Provision is made for parents' wishes to be taken into account.