HC Deb 05 July 1962 vol 662 cc678-9
18. Sir T. Moore

asked the Minister of Education what reply he has sent to the representations made to him by local education authorities regarding the inadequacy of the proposed grants for university students.

Sir D. Eccles

The London County Council is the only authority which has told me that it considers the increases inadequate. I am considering my reply.

Sir T. Moore

I am greatly relieved by the comforting nature of my right hon. Friend's reply, which seems to indicate that my information is limited. Will he bear in mind that quite a number of professors and senior students have indicated that, in their opinion, the grants are still inadequate? Will he do what he can to allay their fears, doubts or suspicions?

Sir D. Eccles

Yes, Sir.

Mr. Ridley

What is the cost of the increases my right hon. Friend has announced?

Sir D. Eccles

I hope I have the figure right. I think it is £5½ million.