§ Mr. Freudasked the Secretary of State for Education and Science (1) whether he will list his powers in respect of the bussing and fare arrangements of schoolchildren within and between local education authorities;
(2) what representations he has received in respect of the fare and bussing arrangements of children within and between local education authorities over the last year;
(3) what advice has been given by his Department to local education authorities in respect of their bussing and fare arrangements within and between local education authorities;
(4) if he will seek powers to co-ordinate policies in respect of bussing and fares for children travelling to school within and between local education authorities; and if he will make a statement.
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§ Mr. DunnNo such representations or advice have been received or given. My right hon. Friend has certain powers under section 55(1) of the Education Act 1944 and section 31 of the Education Act 1980, which may be relevant to the hon. Member's questions. My right hon. Friend does not intend to seek the powers suggested by the hon. Member.