Part 1 E+WEducation functions of local authorities

2 Duties in relation to diversity and choice E+W

In section 14 of EA 1996 (functions of [F1 local authorities] in relation to the provision of primary and secondary education) after subsection (3) insert—

“(3A) A [F1 local authority] in England shall exercise their functions under this section with a view to—

(a) securing diversity in the provision of schools, and

(b) increasing opportunities for parental choice.”

Textual Amendments

F1 Words in Pts. 1-7 substituted (5.5.2010) by The Local Education Authorities and Children’s Services Authorities (Integration of Functions) Order 2010 (S.I. 2010/1158), art. 1, Sch. 2 para. 14(2)

Commencement Information

I1 S. 2 in force at 25.5.2007 by S.I. 2007/935, art. 7(a)