§ Mr. Beithasked the Secretary of State for Education and Science whether he intends to issue any guidance to local education authorities about the length and hours of the school day.
§ Dr. BoysonThese matters are governed by the Schools Regulations 1959. However, my right hon. and learned Friend will shortly be making new regulations under section 27 of the Education Act 1980 which will replace the 1959 regulations. The Department will at that time issue such guidance about the effect of the new regulations as appears to be necessary.