1.   In the meantime he would investigate the matter so he could report his findings to appropriate officials back home.

2.   It will take time to properly investigate the matter.

3.   Teachers simply do not have the time or the inclination to investigate these matters.

4.   The police were brought in to investigate the matter.

5.   However, he said, his commission was empowered only to investigate matters directly related to the current violence, apparently ruling out investigation of past incidents.

6.   The Panel can also make a report of any wrongdoing to the DTI which may then use its own extensive powers to investigate the matter.

7.   A Crown lawyer said the offences came to light when the youngsters were interviewed by police investigating other matters.

8.   Mr Howell says he is asking the chief education officer to investigate the matter urgently.

9.   If we refer this motion to the C E Cs the International Committee will investigate this matter fully, once we get reports from Scotland and Lancashire.