Education and Skills Bill

The noble Lord assures me that the child is always informed, and that he or she is usually heard. I am concerned—no doubt anecdotal evidence on this matter will be given to me in the recess—that in a large school the governing body, which may meet when the pupils are on holiday, will take decisions that are remote from a child. It may not hear from the child although I am sure that the teachers will. However, for the time being, I shall have to accept his reassurance. I hope that I shall continue to be reassured in October. I beg leave to withdraw the amendment. Amendment, by leave, withdrawn. [Amendment No. 228D not moved.] Clause 138 agreed to.