Written question asked by Linda Gilroy (Labour) on Monday, 31 January 2005, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Thursday, 3 February 2005. It was answered by Lord Boateng (Labour) on Thursday, 3 February 2005 on behalf of the Treasury.

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Question: To ask Mr Chancellor of the Exchequer, what representations he has received on spending plans for education. (Failed OPQ). - Inc figure.

Answer: Linda Gilroy: To ask the Chancellor of the Exchequer what representations he has received on spending plans for education. [213431] Mr. Boateng: The Government regularly receive representations on spending plans for education. This Government are taking forward a programme of high investment in education and skills. From being £36 billion in 1996-97, the education and skills budget for the UK stands at £63 billion in 2004-05, and is set to rise to £76 billion by 2007-08.

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