The answer is now "No" - it was discussed at a recent EASA meeting and the conclusion was that Night Rating training may not be included in the basic PPL course.
So does that mean a student cannot fly solo at night even under the supervision of an FI?
As you say Beagle seems a bit daft.
I can understand that it would not be part of the PPL training but surely the night training can be additional prior to licence application?