HC Deb 03 July 1979 vol 969 cc523-4W
38. Dr. David Clark

asked the Secretary of State for Education and Science what plans he has to encourage young people to remain at school after the statutory school leaving age.

Dr. Boyson

I refer the hon. Member to the reply I gave on 25 June to the hon. Member for Bishop Auckland (Mr. Foster).

45. Mr. Dormand

asked the Secretary of State for Education and Science what advice he is giving to local education authorities about financial assistance to pupils who stay at school after the statutory school leaving age.

Mr. Mark Carlisle

None. This is a matter for local discretion.

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