HC Deb 17 July 1969 vol 787 c154W
Mr. Maxwell

asked the Secretary of State for Education and Science whether he will seek to make an order giving Cranfield College of Aeronautics powers to grant university degrees; and if he will make a statement.

Mrs. Shirley Williams

Such powers could be conferred by Royal Charter. A petition by the Governing Body for a Royal Charter is at present under consideration by the Privy Council. A decision will be announced as soon as possible.