§ Mrs. Bainasked the Secretary of State for Scotland if he will make a statement on the recent request made to him by Scottish art teachers, who hold the Scottish diploma of art qualification, that immediate courses be made available to allow them to convert their diplomas into the equivalent of English Council for National Academic Awards, honours degrees in fine art or design; and what action he intends to take.
§ Mr. McElhoneThe colleges of art in Aberdeen, Dundee and Glasgow are at present considering the question of bridging courses which would enable holders of the Scottish diploma in art to obtain honours degrees of the council for national academic awards. Course proposals have not yet been submitted to my Department or to the council.