HC Deb 11 May 1992 vol 207 cc35-6W
16. Mr. Richards

To ask the Secretary of State for Wales what steps he has taken to implement the Further and Higher Education Act 1992; and if he will make a statement.

Sir Wyn Roberts

Commencement orders establishing the Further and Higher Education Councils for Wales came into effect on 6 May. My right hon. Friend has announced the membership of the Higher Education Funding Council and the chairman and chief executive of the Further Education Funding Council. He hopes to be able to announce the members of the Further Education Funding Council shortly.

23. Mr. Murphy

To ask the Secretary of State for Wales when he next intends to meet leaders of county councils in Wales to discuss educational provision in the Principality.

Sir Wyn Roberts

My right hon. Friend has meetings with leaders of Welsh county councils to discuss matters of mutual concern, which are arranged when needed.