Regulation 2 New regulation 15 of the principal Regulations

After regulation 14 of the principal Regulations the following regulation shall be inserted—

“Accredited institutions

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(1)

The Teacher Training Agency may accredit an institution as a provider of courses of initial teacher training.

(2)

The Teacher Training Agency shall only accredit an institution which satisfies such criteria as may from time to time be specified by the Secretary of State.

(3)

The Teacher Training Agency may withdraw the accreditation of an institution in accordance with such criteria as may from time to time be specified by the Secretary of State.

(4)

Before specifying any criteria under paragraphs (2) and (3) the Secretary of State shall consult the Teacher Training Agency.”.