HC Deb 08 May 1956 vol 552 cc993-4
17. Mr. Bence

asked the Secretary of State for Scotland what representations he has received respecting the inadequacy of school accommodation at Faifley, Clydebank.

Mr. Henderson Stewart

None, Sir.

Mr. Bence

Would the hon. Gentleman go into this matter? Is he aware that this is a new housing estate some way out of the burgh and many children have to be transported from the area to the main part of the town? This causes a great deal of difficulty in the area. The school is also at present overcrowded, and the overcrowding is increasing every term. Will the hon. Gentleman therefore inquire into this to see whether a temporary building can be provided and a start made on another school as soon as possible?

Mr. Stewart

Yes, Sir. The hon. Member will know that approval was given in April this year to the building of temporary huts at the school to provide 360 extra places. The authority has this in hand, and I shall be very glad to give the hon. Member the details.