HC Deb 11 December 1991 vol 200 c455W
30. Mr. Malcolm Bruce

To ask the Secretary of State for Scotland if he will carry out a review of the operation of school boards; and if he will make a statement.

Mr. Michael Forsyth

The Scottish Office Education Department has continuously monitored the implementation of the school boards legislation and the operation of school boards since their establishment in 1989. My right hon. Friend proposes to issue shortly a consultation paper about the role of boards in school management and about their functions and responsibilities generally.