§ Mr. WallaceTo ask the Secretary of State for Scotland what progress has been made towards implementing Lord Cullen's recommendation for the 663W development of a Scottish vocational qualification in respect of work with children; and if he will make a statement. [20095]
§ Mr. Michael Forsyth[holding answer 17 March 1997]: Following receipt of Lord Cullen's report, Scottish Office officials met with representatives of the Scottish Vocational Education Council. SCOTVEC has now submitted a paper to the Scottish Office to facilitate consideration of the options for the development of vocational qualifications for adults working with young children.