Written question asked by Lord Grayling (Conservative) on Thursday, 29 January 2004, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Thursday, 5 February 2004. It was answered by Alan Johnson (Labour) on Thursday, 5 February 2004 on behalf of the Department for Education and Skills.

Dept for Education and Skills

Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Education and Skills, for what reason he will make subscription costs from higher education institutions to the Higher Education Academy mandatory for the first three years.

Answer: Chris Grayling: To ask the Secretary of State for Education and Skills for what reason he will make subscription costs from higher education institutions to the Higher Education Academy mandatory for the first three years. [152651] Alan Johnson: The Higher Education Funding Council for England has determined that, for the first three years, institutional subscription to the HE Academy should be a condition of grant. This indicates the importance that the Council attaches to quality enhancement and the valuable role that the Academy will play. Institutional subscription will enable the HE sector to support the Academy in its set up phase and give institutions a direct stake in the new organisation. It will also provide much-needed financial stability for the Academy during its crucial early period. It is anticipated that after this initial three year start up period, the Academy will be self sustainable through membership subscriptions and other marketable services.

Secondary information

Type: Written question
Reference: 417 c1022W; 152651
Session: 2003-04
Subjects: Fees and charges Higher education Educational institutions Higher Education Academy
Link: View this Written question on www.publications.parliament.uk