Written question asked by Baroness Hayman (Labour), in the House of Lords. It was due for an answer on Tuesday, 2 April 1996. It was answered by Lord Henley (Conservative) on Tuesday, 2 April 1996.

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Henley, Lord

Question

Whether the inclusion of a modern language in the national curriculum reflects a view that the acquisition of fluency in a foreign language is central to the future success of both individual pupils an of the country.

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Secondary information

Type

Written question

Reference

571 c24WA

Session

1995-96

Subjects

Curriculum Languages