HC Deb 17 February 1987 vol 110 cc572-3W
50. Mr. Lord

asked the Secretary of State for Education and Science what new plans he has to introduce into the nation's schools more competition in both work and play.

Mrs. Rumbold

Pupils are naturally competitive. Schools have a long tradition, which this Government believe they should sustain, of channelling this spirit and the urge to better personal performance to good effect.