To ask the Scottish Executive what proposals it has to address the training requirements of 16 to 19 year olds with special educational needs.

The Beattie Committee report, Implementing Inclusiveness – Realising Potential was published on 10 September. It contains a number of proposals and recommendations on post-school education and training for young people who have additional support needs, including those who have special educational needs. Ministers are now considering the recommendations in the report. Following a series of dissemination seminars, Ministers will publish an Action Plan in January 2000.