§ 76. Mr. EVAN DAVIESasked the Minister of Health whether he is aware that His Majesty's inspector of schools has strongly condemned the present accommodation for children attending the elementary schools at Ebbw Vale; that the local authority has submitted plans and schemes for improving such accommodation; and whether he will state the reason why he refuses the necessary sanction for this work to be proceeded with?
§ Sir K. WOODMy right hon. Friend is aware of the position as regards school accommodation in the area, but, having regard to the financial circumstances of the district, he does not feel that he can properly sanction fresh capital expenditure at the present time.
§ Mr. BARKERMay I ask if the interests of education are to be sacrificed in this particular district?
§ Sir K. WOODAs the hon. Gentleman knows, we have gone very carefully into this matter, and the circumstances are very difficult.