HC Deb 08 May 1972 vol 836 cc284-5W
Mr. Mudd

asked the Secretary of State for Education and Science what total financial allocation has been approved for the purposes of school building in Cornwall for the year 1972–73; by what amount this sum falls short of the amount sought; and what schemes are to be delayed as a result of the shortfall.

Mr. van Straubenzee:

The authority proposed major projects at £2.1 million for the 1972–73 programme. The approved programme included eight projects at £1.25 million. Four projects not in this programme have been approved for start in 1973–74. In addition allocations of £218,000 for raising the leaving age and £515,000 for minor works have been authorised for 1972–73.

Mr. Mudd

asked the Secretary of State for Education and Science how many schools in Cornwall are still without indoor water closets and washbasins; what is the location of each of these schools; and what steps are being taken to remedy the situation.

Mr. van Straubenzee:

This information is not available in the Department but may be obtainable from the Cornwall local education authority.