HC Deb 02 December 1986 vol 106 c558W
28. Mr. Ashley

asked the Secretary of State for Education and Science what representations and requests for financial support he has received regarding the development in the United Kingdom of conductive education; and what response he has made.

81. Mr. Evennett

asked the Secretary of State for Education and Science whether his Department has carried out any research on the value of conductive education.

Mr. Dunn

Over the past two years representations have been received from a number of parents and others about the development of conductive education in this country and the need for it to be given financial support. It has been explained that the Government need more information before deciding whether the method should be supported and encouraged. The Department is currently considering in conjunction with the DHSS the possibility of funding some independent investigations, which would include a study of current provision and an evaluation of the educational and other implications of any wider development here.