§ 89. Mr. Baldwinasked the Minister of Education why he has issued instructions to county community councils that no further grants towards the erection of village halls will be granted at present; and whether he is aware that this decision is causing concern in the countryside 248W where many schemes are in an advanced stage and preliminary expenses have been incurred.
§ 90. Mr. Willsasked the Minister of Education why he has ceased to make grants towards the building of village halls; whether he is aware of the hardship this is causing to village communities; and whether he will reconsider his decision.
§ Mr. TomlinsonRestrictions on building village halls and similar institutions were necessary because of the limited resources available. I am aware of the concern in the countryside and will be glad to ease the position as soon as I possibly can.