Written question asked by Brian Wilson (Labour), in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Wednesday, 19 March 1997. It was answered by Raymond Robertson (Conservative) on Wednesday, 19 March 1997 on behalf of the Scottish Office.

Scottish Office

Question: If he will list by constituency, based on home addresses, the number of pupils currently supported under the assisted places scheme. - Inc fact that information is being sought, and will be collated in the manner requested. (Holding answer 17 March 1997).

Answer: Mr. Wilson: To ask the Secretary of State for Scotland if he will list by constituency, based on home addresses, the number of pupils currently supported under the assisted places scheme. [20216] Mr. Raymond S. Robertson: [holding answer 17 March 1997]: Information on the home addresses of assisted place pupils is at present not held centrally. Following the commitment made by my right hon. Friend on 10 March 1997, Official Report, column 40, this information is being sought, and will be collated in the manner requested. I will respond in full as soon as possible.

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