asked the Postmaster-General if he will consult the Minister of Education with a view to the exercise of his powers under Section 15 (4) of the Licence and Agreement of the British Broadcasting Corporation to require them to stop all broadcasts to schools on the subject of the Common Market.

The B.B.C. have traditionally been given independence in the day-to-day administration of their affairs, including programmes. My right hon. Friend sees no reason to intervene.