HC Deb 13 February 1958 vol 582 cc552-3
20. Mr. Dodds

asked the Minister of Education, in view of the concern in respect of the future of the youth service in general and the boys' clubs movement in particular arising from the proposals in regard to local government finance, if he will make a statement on the matter and give an assurance that capital grants to voluntary youth organisations for building and equipment will continue to be the responsibility of the Minister of Education.

Sir E. Boyle

My right hon. Friend's direct grants to voluntary youth organisations are not affected by the Government's proposals for the reorganisation of local government, nor has he any change in mind.

Mr. Dodds

Does the Minister appreciate that his statement will give a good deal of satisfaction to many worthy gentlemen who are doing an excellent job for the youth service in the country?

Sir E. Boyle

I am glad that my statement has cleared up any misunderstanding there may have been on the subject.