HC Deb 29 November 1996 vol 286 cc429-30W
Mr. Worthington

To ask the Secretary of State for Northern Ireland, pursuant to his answer of 14 November,Official Report, column 355, if he will itemise the administration tasks that have to be completed by Capita for £9.17, as the estimated cost of administration per full-time equivalent pupil. [6092]

Mr. Ancram

The principal administrative tasks areEstablishing and equipping a voucher centre office; Issue of an initial letter and application forms to parents; Production, issue, receipt and processing of vouchers; and Provision of a telephone helpline.

Further details are contained in the contract for the national scheme, a copy of which has been placed in the Library.