§ 9. Mr. Patrick Maitlandasked the Secretary of State for Scotland when halls for use by youth organisations and other social activities will be built in the new neighbourhood units of East Kilbride.
§ The Secretary of State for Scotland (Mr. James Stuart)The development corporation has had preliminary discussions with the local authorities and voluntary organisations whose function it is to provide such accommodation, but no building programme has yet been formulated. In the meantime, facilities for the activities referred to are available in existing buildings in the new town.
§ Mr. MaitlandMay we take it that my right hon. Friend will pursue this matter? Although alternative facilities do exist in local schools and buildings, they are not adequate for a series of technical and geographical reasons, and this is a very serious social problem for the new towns.
§ Mr. StuartI agree, and I will pursue the matter.