HC Deb 12 February 1985 vol 73 c115W
Mr. Michael Forsyth

asked the Secretary of State for Education and Science what further representations he has had on introducing voluntary membership of student unions; and if he will make a statement.

Mr. Brooke

Since I replied to my hon. Friend on 22 January, at column 375, around a dozen representations on this subject have been received from hon. Members and from student organisations. As was stated in another place on 6 February, at column 1059, by my noble Friend the Earl of Swinton, the Government propose to consult higher education interests about student unions. In doing so they will take into account the representations they have received.