§ Lady Olga MaitlandTo ask the Secretary of State for Education on what date he plans to send to schools plans for next year's tests.
§ Mr. Robin SquireMy right hon. Friend has written to all chairmen of governors and head teachers advising them of the streamlined arrangements for the 1994 tests for seven and 14-year-olds, which he announced to the House on 11 May. Detailed decisions on the scope and coverage of the tests will be made in the light of recommendations from Sir Ron Dearing, which are expected in July. Further information will be sent to schools as soon as possible thereafter.