§ 1. Mrs. Whiteasked the Chancellor of the Exchequer when he expects to receive further proposals of the University Grants Committee on new university foundations.
§ The Chancellor of the Exchequer (Mr. Selwyn Lloyd)I hope to make a statement on this matter shortly.
§ Mrs. WhiteWe are delighted to hear that, but does the right hon. and learned Gentleman agree that, as the estimates of the number of places required at universities are probably lower than many people think are required, the earliest possible decision is needed on these new foundations?
§ Mr. LloydYes, certainly. I quite agree with the hon. Lady about an early decision, but the detailed proposals reached us only on Friday. I will try to make a statement as quickly as I can.