§ Mrs. BrowningTo ask the Secretary of State for Education and Employment what plans he has to include home economics in mainstream education. [58962]
§ Mr. Charles ClarkeHome economics issues are already covered by the National Curriculum. Food and textiles are, for example, covered by National Curriculum design and technology. Further home economics elements are addressed by other National Curriculum subjects. Diet and nutrition are covered by National Curriculum science and budgeting by National Curriculum mathematics. The Qualifications and Curriculum Authority is currently reviewing the National Curriculum. Proposed changes 235W will be submitted to the Secretary of State in the spring of next year. There will follow a full consultation on agreed proposals.