HC Deb 28 October 1986 vol 103 c93W
13. Mr. Freud

asked the Secretary of State for Education and Science what consultations are taking place on his implementation of provisions for in-service training of teachers contained in the Education Bill.

Mrs. Rumbold

A wide range of interests were consulted earlier this year. The local authorities are now submitting their detailed proposals for implementation to my right hon. Friend. A number of bodies, mainly representing providers of training, are making further comments to him.

29. Mr. Flannery

asked the Secretary of State for Education and Science what representations he has received from teachers' unions about the level of funding for in-service training.

Mrs. Rumbold

No representations have been received from the teacher unions concerning the level of funding announced by my right hon. Friend on 7 August.