Written question asked by Peter Kilfoyle (Labour), in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Wednesday, 19 March 1997. It was answered by Cheryl Gillan (Conservative) on Wednesday, 19 March 1997 on behalf of the Department for Education and Employment.

Dept for Education and Employment

Question: What representations she has received concerning the case ofMarie Younie and the governing body of Belfairs Community College in Leigh; and if she will comment concerning the conduct of the governing body and the Funding Agency for Schools in relation to their treatment of Ms Younie and the legal costs involved in her case.

Answer: Mr. Kilfoyle: To ask the Secretary of State for Education and Employment what representations she has received concerning the case of Marie Younie and the governing body of Belfairs community college in Leigh; and if she will make a statement concerning the conduct of the governing body and the Funding Agency for Schools in relation to their treatment of Ms Younie and the legal costs involved in her case. [20633] Mrs. Gillan: My right hon. Friend has received many representations in support of both the governing body and Ms Younie since the breakdown in their relations. It is not possible to guarantee good working relations in any occupation and it is particularly unfortunate when this happens in schools. Nevertheless, this is an internal school matter. It is for the governing body to determine what action is deemed appropriate, but the Funding Agency for Schools is responsible for ensuring propriety in the use of public funds by grant-maintained schools.

Secondary information

Type: Written question
Reference: 20633; 292 c606W
Session: 1996-97
Subjects: Governing bodies Grant maintained schools Industrial disputes Legal costs Schools Funding Agency for Schools Belfairs Community College Younie, Marie