HC Deb 10 February 1947 vol 433 c1361
13. Mrs. Leah Manning

asked the Minister of Education how many places in training colleges he proposes to offer to uncertificated teachers in -September, 1947; and on what basis the selection of applicants is to be made.

Mr. Tomlinson

I cannot yet say how many uncertificated teachers it will be possible to admit to special one year courses this autumn. If we fall short of the target of 400 admissions suggested by my predecessor last July, the deficiency will he made good a few months later. The basis of selection will in the main he length of service, subject to the special requirements of particular areas.

Mrs. Manning

May I urge upon my right hon. Friend the need for as much speed in the execution of this work as possible, as, otherwise, we shall lose the enthusiasm and the urge to train which these young people had when these arrangements were first announced?

Mr. Tomlinson

I will.