§ Sir Thomas ArnoldTo ask the Chancellor of the Exchequer what response he has made to the report by Ernst and Young entitled, "Literacy, Education and Training: Their Impact on the United Kingdom Economy", a copy of which has been sent to him: and if he will make a statement.
§ Sir John CopeI have read this report with interest. It would not be appropriate to comment further in advance of my right hon. and learned Friend's Budget statement.