HC Deb 29 May 1930 vol 239 cc1469-70
39. Brigadier - General CLIFTON BROWN

asked the President of the Board of Education whether he has received a resolution from the Berkshire County Council pointing out the difficulties of carrying out his education proposals by 1931 and the heavy burden on the rates that they involve; and whether he will modify his proposals to meet their case?

Sir C. TREVELYAN

I have received a resolution to this effect from the Berkshire County Council, but I think there would be serious objections to any differentiation between areas in regard to the date for raising the school leaving age.

Brigadier-General CLIFTON BROWN

Does the right hon. Gentleman realise that his proposals will involve an increase of more than 9d. in the £ on the rates? How can they possibly bear such a burden?

Sir C. TREVELYAN

Of course, the raising of the age is going to cost money, but I believe the country is ready for it.

Captain CROOKSHANK

Does the right hon. Baronet realise that there is a difference between counties and towns in the matter?

Sir C. TREVELYAN

The counties are making very great preparations, and reorganisation is going on very well in most of the counties.