§ Mr. AmessTo ask the Secretary of State for Education and Skills what representations he has received supporting the drugs testing of school children; and if he will make a statement. [157356]
§ Mr. Stephen TwiggThe Department has received a number of representations supporting the drug testing of pupils.
"Drugs: Guidance for Schools" highlights drug testing as one of a range of options available to headteachers to tackle drugs. The guidance spells out the issues schools should consider before employing drug testing, including gaining appropriate consent. The guidance will be sent to all schools on 9 March.