§ Mr. GorrieTo ask the Secretary of State for Social Security what discussions the Scottish Office Education Department have had with the Department of Social Security on a common definition of a full-time student; and if he will make a statement. [19759]
Mr. BradleyNo discussions have taken place between the two Departments but any proposals for a common definition of a full-time student for Social Security and student support purposes would be subject to consultation with all interested Departments, including the Scottish Office.