Written Question · S1W-06242 · Session 1
What action it plans to take to prevent any adverse effect on rural communities of the proposed closures by Argyll and Bute Council of Drum…
The question
To ask the Scottish Executive what action it plans to take to prevent any adverse effect on rural communities of the proposed closures by Argyll and Bute Council of Drumlemble Primary School in Campbeltown, Glassary Primary School in Kilmichael, Ulva Ferry Primary School on Mull, Newton Primary School on Islay, Toward Primary School and Bridge of Orchy Primary School go ahead.
The answer
When education authorities are proposing the closure of schools there is a statutory requirement for them to consult parents and school boards. They must take account of any representations received during the consultation period before reaching a decision on their proposals. The statutory consultation process ensures that local authorities, in preparing any school closure proposal, consider all relevant factors, including the impact on the local community.
In the Official Report
No contribution in the Official Report cites S1W-06242 by reference.