§ Mr. SawfordTo ask the Secretary of State for Education and Employment what steps he is taking to ensure that schools and colleges are represented on learning and skills councils. [126278]
§ Mr. WicksAppointments to the Learning and Skills Council and its local councils will be merit-based following open competition. We intend to appoint members who have understanding and experience of the wide variety of interests in post-16 education and training, including people with experience in a senior capacity in schools and further education.