HC Deb 15 June 1966 vol 729 c1433
9. Mr. Wolridge-Gordon

asked the Secretary of State for Scotland what assistance he will give towards the establishment of a technical training college in East Aberdeenshire.

Mr. Ross

The normal grant arrangements for day-time further education would apply to any such college.

Mr. Wolridge-Gordon

Is the right hon. Gentleman aware that this project is under active consideration and that it is the kind of practical help for the development of a local economy which is of the greatest importance? Will he assure us that he will give his full support when the Project comes to fruition?

Mr. Ross

I can give the hon. Gentleman the assurance that in our considerations and discussions we are only too glad to give help.

Mr. MacArthur

Will the right hon. Gentleman say when he will restore the sharp cuts made in the technical training college programme last year?

Mr. Ross

Not in answer to the supplementary question.