HC Deb 12 November 1979 vol 973 c482W
Mr. Peter Robinson

asked the Secretary of State for Northern Ireland (1) in view of the deep concern of parents and others about the decision to drop the term "special care school", what representations has he or his Department received; and if he will reconsider this decision;

(2) why the term "special care school" was changed to "school for the mentally handicapped";

(3) what bodies and organisations in Northern Ireland pressed for the term "special care school" to be dropped and replaced by "school for the mentally handicapped"; and what consultation took place with them and others closely affected.

Mr. Alison

I shall reply to the hon. Member as soon as possible.

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