HC Deb 09 December 1948 vol 459 c536
15. Mr. Odey

asked the Secretary of State for the Home Department whether in view of the general unsuitability of the site owing to its close proximity to the village and to the strong local opposition, he will reconsider the proposal to establish a Borstal institution at Cave Castle.

The Secretary of State for the Home Department (Mr. Ede)

I am in consultation with my right hon. Friend the Minister of Town and Country Planning as to the suitability of this site or whether one more suitable can be found. No decision has yet been reached.

Mr. Odey

Can some consideration be given to alternative premises, particulars of which have been sent to the right hon. Gentleman?

Mr. Ede

Yes, Sir. I am considering those alternatives, and their suitability will be borne in mind.