§ Mr. Barry JonesTo ask the Secretary of State for Wales if he will make a statement on the prospects for LEAs in Wales being able to employ additional teachers; and if he will make a statement. [17949]
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§ Mr. HainStaffing levels in schools are a matter for local education authorities and governing bodies in the light of their statutory duties and their perception of local needs and priorities. An additional £50 million is being made available for revenue spending in schools in Wales in 1998–99, the great bulk of which will be included in school budgets.