HC Deb 20 July 1993 vol 229 c121W
Mr. Roy Hughes

To ask the Secretary of State for Wales what response he has made to the representations from Gwent county council relating to reconsideration of his decision to withdraw the certificate of education.

Sir Wyn Roberts

On 13 July, 1 announced continued approval for the certificate of education until 1995. This extra year before its planned withdrawal in 1996 will provide an extended opportunity to consider the implications arising from the current review of the national curriculum framework and for schools to adjust to any revised assessment arrangements.

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