HC Deb 01 March 1939 vol 344 cc1240-1
26. Mr. Pearson

asked the Secretary of State for Air the total cost, or near estimate, of the erection of the Royal Air Force station at St. Athan; and the maximum number of staff and trainees that can be accommodated?

Sir K. Wood

The total estimated costs of erection of the Royal Air Force Technical Training Establishment at St. Athan is £780,000, including the cost of land. The maximum number of staff and trainees that can be accommodated is approximately 5,000.

Mr. Pearson

In view of the large number of trainees, is the Minister satisfied that the recreational facilities are adequate?

Sir K. Wood

The hon. Gentleman had better put that question down.