§ Mr. RookerTo ask the Secretary of State for Education what review he has made of the quality of education in schools in the city of Birmingham; and if he will make a statement.
§ Mr. ForthMy right hon. Friend is kept informed about the quality of education in Birmingham through a variety of sources, including material which is published nationally. My right hon. Friend has made it clear on a number of occasions that he considers there is significant room for improvement.