Written question asked by Lord Maclennan of Rogart (Liberal Democrat) on Thursday, 26 November 1998, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Tuesday, 1 December 1998. It was answered by Baroness Liddell of Coatdyke (Labour) on Tuesday, 1 December 1998 on behalf of the Scottish Office.

Scottish Office

Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Scotland, what recent discussions the Government has had with (a) Highland Council and (b) Dornoch Academy about bringing the school back into local authority control.

Answer: Mr. Maclennan: To ask the Secretary of State for Scotland what recent discussions the Government have had with (a) Highland Council and (b) Dornoch Academy about bringing the school back into local authority control; and if he will make a statement. [61850] Mrs. Liddell: The Scottish Office has had continuing constructive discussions with both Dornoch Academy and Highland Council, particularly in relation to the school's annual grant. The Government remain committed to repealing the self-governing schools legislation. This, however, will now be a matter for the Scottish Parliament.

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