HC Deb 12 March 1964 vol 691 cc82-3W
59. Mr. Swingler

asked the Minister of Education on what date plans for the proposed Newcastle-under-Lyme College of Further Education were first submitted to him; if he will give details of the alterations which were required; and when building will now commence.

Mr. Chataway

Sketch plans were first submitted in August 1961. The alterations proposed were concerned with fire precautions, dining arrangements, disposition of specialist rooms, orientation, phasing of work, access and circulation. In March 1962, the authority decided to revise the schedule of accommodation and plans mainly to provide additional workshops to meet increased demands for mechanical and electrical craft courses. My right hon. Friend has approved the new plans and building is expected to start within one month.