HC Deb 10 June 1980 vol 986 cc112-3W
33. Mr. Hardy

asked the Secretary of State for Education and Science what steps he is taking to ensure that increased numbers of young people stay on at school or enter further education as an alternative to unemployment.

45. Dr. David Clark

asked the Secretary of State for Education and Science what plans he has to increase the number of young people remaining in full-time education after 16 years of age.

Mr. Macfarlane

: The decision to remain in full-time education after the minimum school-leaving age must be for young people themselves to make. Together with representatives of local education authorities, we are currently reviewing the educational provision that is made for young people with a view to ensuring that it meets their needs and expectations.