SCHOOL AMALGAMATIONS

In reply to the Hon. T.A. FRANKS (30 September 2010).

The Hon. G.E. GAGO (Minister for Regional Development, Minister for Public Sector Management, Minister for the Status of Women, Minister for Consumer Affairs, Minister for Government Enterprises): The Minister for Education is advised that:

This budget measure takes effect from 2013. All schools involved in the measure were contacted and advised of the measure shortly after the budget was delivered. Schools were advised that further information sessions and details would be provided. These information sessions are being undertaken during term four this year and outline the process of consultation with the school that will occur in implementing this measure. It has been made clear that the Government will comply with the Act in implementing this measure.