§ 43. Mr. WardTo ask the Secretary of State for Scotland what further representations he has received regarding school boards.
§ Mr. Michael ForsythA total of 35 formal responses have been received to consultation on draft regulations and guidance.
§ 58. Mr. DunnTo ask the Secretary of State for Scotland what representations he has had with regard to the voting system for school boards.
§ Mr. Michael ForsythTwenty-two formal responses have been received to consultation on draft guidance on electoral procedure. In considering the content of the guidance to be issued, my right hon. and learned Friend will take these carefully into account, along with the views expressed during debate on the School Boards (Scotland) Bill by hon. Members from both sides of the House in favour of a single election system throughout Scotland and against any form of proportional representation.