§ Mr. Derek Pageasked the Secretary of State for Employment and Productivity (1) how many courses were provided at the Construction Industries Training Board, Bircham Newton, during 1968; and how many staff were employed there:
272W(2) what plans she has for the expansion of the Construction Industries Training Board at Bircham Newton.
§ Mr. HattersleyThese are matters for the board. I understand, however, that during 1968 over 300 courses were provided at Bircham Newton, and at the end of the year 150 staff were employed there. The board's future plans for the centre inclusive expansion of existing courses in response to demand, as well as the introduction of new courses.