HC Deb 08 July 1986 vol 101 cc132-3W
41. Sir John Farr

asked the Secretary of State for Education and Science what steps he is taking to end disruption in schools still being caused by teachers in dispute.

Mr. Chris Patten

In accepting a 1986–87 pay offer on 9 May, all six school teacher unions gave an assurance that there would be a return to peace and calm in schools immediately. Pupils should now be receiving a normal, uninterrupted service and I trust that local education authorities, as employers, are ensuring that teachers are carrying out their contractual obligations.