§ Mr. BoswellTo ask the Secretary of State for Education and Employment what consultations he plans on the maintenance of academic standards while extending participation in higher education to 50 per cent. of young people. [94678]
§ Mr. WicksMy right hon. Friend the Prime Minister has announced that 50 per cent. of young adults will be able to enter higher education by the age of 30. Increased participation is likely to be largely in high quality, shorter qualifications valued by employers. Maintenance and improvement of standards would be central to any consultation.