HC Deb 15 June 1979 vol 968 c355W
Mr. Alfred Morris

asked the Secretary of State for Education and Science if he will be seeking at least to maintain, in real terms, the financial support now being given to voluntary organisations by his Department; and if he will make a statement.

Mr. Mark Carlisle

Voluntary organisations fulfil an important role in the education service, for example, in adult education, provision for the handicapped and in the youth service. I shall take this into account in considering financial support for these organisations within the resources available.