§ Miss LestorTo ask the Secretary of State for Education and Science what recent consultations he has had with local authorities about truancy from schools; and if he will make a statement.
§ Mr. FallonMy right hon. and learned Friend, in conjunction with my right hon. Friend the Secretary of State for Wales, last week issued to local education authorities and others a consultative circular and draft regulations on school attendance. Consultees have been invited to comment on the proposals by 17 June.