§ Mr. Roy Hughesasked the Secretary of State for Education and Science what representations she has received from the Physical Education Association in respect of the development of sporting talent for children of school age; and whether she will consult that body whose members are directly engaged in teaching physical education before issuing further guidance to local education authorities on this subject.
§ Miss Margaret JacksonMy right hon. Friend has received no such representations. My Department has no plans at present for issuing further guidance on this topic.