HC Deb 10 February 1938 vol 331 cc1261-2
76. Mr. Logan

asked the Parliamentary Secretary to the Board of Education, in view of the fact that the no-grant policy to non-provided schools is advocated in Liverpool, what action does he intend to take to implement the working of the 1936 Education Act in that city?

Mr. Lindsay

My Noble Friend received a deputation from the Liverpool Education Committee on the 8th of this month to discuss the elementary school position in Liverpool. After a discussion of the difficulties of the situation, my Noble Friend decided to gather further information before reaching a decision.

Mr. Logan

As the Minister, owing to the delicacy of the situation, is unable to give me an answer, and I am anxious about it, would he be able, if I put a question down in a fortnight's time, to let us know in Liverpool the decision of the Ministry in this matter?

Mr. Lindsay

I am afraid that I can add nothing to the rather careful reply which I have just given, and I would not like to commit myself to a date.

Mr. Logan

Will the Minister object if I put this question down in a fortnight's time?

Mr. Lindsay

I could never object to a question put down by the hon. Gentleman.