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Debate between Fiona Mactaggart and Julian Smith
Monday 21st March 2011
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Fiona Mactaggart (Slough) (Lab)
7. What recent representations he has received on the English baccalaureate.
Julian Smith (Skipton and Ripon) (Con)
10. What recent representations he has received on the English baccalaureate; and if he will make a statement.
The Secretary of State for Education (Michael Gove): We have received a number of representations on the English baccalaureate since it was announced. Public opinion surveys have shown that this new league table measure is widely welcomed, and on recent school visits, I have been encouraged by the vocal support that teachers and head teachers have shown for this new measure of achievement.