§ Mr. Ernie Rossasked the Secretary of State for Scotland if he will set out in the Official Report the areas about which education authorities are expected to consult under the Education (Publication and Consultation, etc.) (Scotland) Regulations 1981, S.I., 1981, No. 159; and whether these include the financial, educational and social implications of the proposed closure.
§ Mr. Allan StewartAnnex 2 to Scottish Education Department circular No. 1074, a copy of which is in the Library of the House, recommends to authorities the areas to be covered in the consultation process under the Education (Publication and Consultation etc.) (Scotland) Regulations 1981. The factors which it is recommended should be made available on request include the financial, educational and social implications of a closure proposal.