HC Deb 17 June 1954 vol 528 c159W
Mr. Swingler

asked the Minister of Education how many new school places were brought into use in the calendar year 1953; and how many she estimates will be brought into use in 1954.

Miss Horsbrugh

Between the 1st February, 1953, and 31st January, 1954, 259,795 new school places were brought into use. During the year beginning 1st February, 1954, I estimate that between 170,000 and 180,000 further places will come into use.