§ 9. Mr. KINGasked the President of the Board of Education whether he is aware of the proposal to erect a new non-provided school at Westfield, Somerset, and that 90 per cent. of the householders have petitioned against it and desire a school to be provided by the local education authority; whether a public inquiry is to be held; and whether, before sanctioning the proposed non-provided school, he will receive a deputation on the subject?
Mr. PEASEAn appeal has been received against the proposed school and has been forwarded to the promoters for their observations. There is also a proposal by the local education authority for a new council school. Both proposals will in due course receive careful consideration. It would not be in accordance with the Board's practice to receive deputations in cases of this kind; a public inquiry will be held if it appears desirable.