HC Deb 19 June 1947 vol 438 cc242-3W
79. Mr. Randall

asked the Minister of Education what are his objections to school playing fields being jointly used, when not in use for school purposes, by those who attend school as well as those who have ceased to attend.

Mr. Tomlinson

The main objections to joint use are over-wear of parts of the playing area, interference with the lay-out of the pitches required for the school games, and the likelihood of restrictions on school use owing to a desire to meet the needs of others.