HC Deb 17 October 1918 vol 110 cc288-9
85. Mr. PONSONBY

asked what arrangements have been made for the temporary school accommodation for children in the Rosyth district?

Dr. MACNAMARA

The matter is one to which we have been giving close attention for some time past, being anxious that temporary provision at any rate should be made upon the spot for the younger children particularly needing the same before the winter sets in. We have recently made a proposal to the Dunfermline School Board suggesting the immediate adaptation of two existing temporary buildings which could be acquired quickly and converted and equipped for temporary school purposes. In a letter dated 14th October the school board state that they are not prepared to agree to our proposal. We shall continue negotiations with a view, if possible, to the immediate settlement of the problem.