HC Deb 16 December 1946 vol 431 cc1586-7
16. Mr. Touche

asked the Minister of Works if he is aware that a considerable amount of prefabricated structures intended for new school buildings at Horley have been lying in a field on the site since August; when it is intended to proceed with this work; and why these materials have been dumped in the open for so long a period prior to their erection.

Mr. Tomlinson

The materials were delivered at an early stage to avoid delay once a contract for erection could be let. The local education authority was unable to give vacant possession of the site until after crops had been harvested. The authority also revised its building requirements, and this called for new plans. Building work is now expected to start next month.