I don't know what it was like elsewhere but in Salford in the 50s and 60s they did not have this type of fine either - They had the truancy officer instead. Woe betide any kid caught by him outside school during school time. We were dragged back in by our ear's more often than not. Even if he did not catch you he would be round at your parents house, usualy the day of the truancy, and then it was even worse - because your parents found out!

It is certainly different now. Thank heavens

Cheers

DeG