House debates Questions in Writing
Asylum Seekers (Question No. 428)
Scott Morrison Cook, Liberal Party, Shadow Minister for Immigration and Citizenship
asked the Minister for Immigration and Citizenship, in writing, on 16 June 2011:
Does the proposed arrangement with Malaysia on irregular maritime arrivals include provision for the education of children; if so, will all children transferred be sent to school for the entire duration of their stay.
Chris Bowen McMahon, Australian Labor Party, Minister for Immigration and Citizenship
The answer to the honourable member’s question is as follows:
Negotiations with Malaysia are well advanced. The Australian Government will ensure that appropriate measures are in place as part of the formal arrangement for the education of children.