HC Deb 11 June 1997 vol 295 cc494-5W
5. Mr. Savidge

To ask the Secretary of State for Northern Ireland what plans she has to improve education standards in Northern Ireland. [1382]

27. Mrs. Humble

To ask the Secretary of State for Northern Ireland what plans she has to improve education standards in Northern Ireland. [1404]

28. Miss Melanie Johnson

To ask the Secretary of State for Northern Ireland what plans she has to improve education standards in Northern Ireland. [1405]

30. Mr. Worthington

The Government is committed to raising standards across all sectors. In working up plans for Northern Ireland, I will be giving particular attention to the provision for pupils at pre-school and early primary school; and to laying secure foundations in literacy and numeracy. We will be developing provision for vocational education and strengthening the linkage between secondary schools, Further Education and Training. Improving school discipline and teaching quality, and in particular promoting strong leadership from headteachers, will also be given priority.