HC Deb 22 February 1983 vol 37 c407W
22. Mr. Stanbrook

asked the Secretary of State for Education and Science if he will make a statement on the progress of the assisted places scheme.

Dr. Boyson

After the first two years' recruitment, the assisted places scheme is now benefiting 8,616 children, two thirds of whom came from families with less than average incomes. I gave a comprehensive account of progress during the debate on the Draft Education (Assisted Places) (Amendment) Regulations 1983 on 9 February.—[Vol. 36, c. 1097–1119.]