HC Deb 04 March 1986 vol 93 cc114-5W
75. Mr. Tom Clarke

asked the Secretary of State for Education and Science when he will next meet the chairman of the Manpower Services Commission to discuss the role of the commission in developing adult education.

Mr. Chris Patten

My right hon. Friend the Secretary of State for Education and Science has quarterly meetings with the chairman of the Manpower Services Commission to discuss its role and activities. The agenda for the next meeting—due on 26 March—has yet to be agreed. In addition, there are other meetings between the Department and the commission at various levels, including my own, to discuss particular issues as they arise and in the course of co-operation on joint initiatives.

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