§ Mr. Spellerasked the Secretary of State for Education and Science what is his policy on the provision of social education and skills training for young mentally or physically handicapped people above the age of 16 years who would benefit from this further provision.
§ Dr. BoysonMy right hon. and learned Friend believes that as wide a range of opportunities as is practicable should be available to young mentally or physically handicapped people who wish to continue their education alter the age of 16. In discharging their responsibilities towards this group of young people local authorities use a variety of methods, depending on their particular circumstances and the individual needs and circumstances of the young people. Authorities should continue to examine ways of increasing the scale and variety of their provision, in the light of the recommendations of the Warnock report and of the resources available.