§ Rev. Ian PaisleyTo ask the Secretary of State for Northern Ireland under what direction or regulation the state schools in Northern Ireland have been given the authority to hold, during their assemblies, a public signing of the peace pledge organised by the "Choose Life Campaign"; and if he will make a statement.
§ Dr. Mawhinney[holding answer 15 April 1988]: No directions have been issued to schools on the matter, nor is it covered by any regulation.