Mr. William O'BrienTo ask the Secretary of State for Education what representations he has received on the matter of reduction in grants for education support and training; and if he will make a statement.
§ Mr. Robin SquireIn responding to the Department's letters indicating allocations for 1994–95, a number of local educational authorities have indicated that they would have preferred larger sums. The national reduction from £320
458Wschools on the provision of resources for the training of nursery teachers and nursery nurses in 1994–95; and if he will make a statement.
§ Mr. Robin SquireNo such advice has been given. The allocation of their resources for the training of staff is a matter for schools themselves.