HC Deb 04 May 1961 vol 639 cc1573-4
11. Mr. Mawby

asked the Minister of Education whether he will now give the starting date for the new school to replace the King Edward VI Grammar School at Totnes.

Sir D. Eccles

The authority has not included this project, which covers also the replacement of the girls' grammar school, in the proposals for 1963–65. I understand, however, that it will put it in its next submission, and I will then consider it on its merits.

Mr. Mawby

Does my right hon. Friend realise that the citizens of Totnes will be very dissatisfied with that reply, because another generation of children at this grammar school will be condemned to receive their education in very difficult circumstances in totally inadequate accommodation?

Sir D. Eccles

I agree that the school has poor buildings, but it is for the authority to decide its priorities.

Mr. Mawby

Owing to the unsatisfactory nature of the reply, I give notice that I shall raise the matter on the Adjournment at the earliest opportunity.

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