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ALL SAINTS NATIONAL ACADEMY, WALSALL
26 April 2016
Lead MP
David Winnick
Debate Type
Adjournment Debate
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David Winnick raised concerns about all saints national academy, walsall in the House of Commons. A government minister responded. Other MPs also contributed.
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Lead Contributor
Opened the debate
Mr Winnick welcomed the opportunity to debate the dilapidated condition of Bloxwich Church of England Primary School, now All Saints National Academy. He highlighted a deputation meeting with the Schools Minister where a bid for essential work was made but subsequently unsuccessful. The school’s building conditions were described as having damp virtually everywhere, unopenable windows in three classrooms, unsuitable and cracked toilets, damp cloakrooms, and a gym in poor condition. Mr Winnick urged the Government to take responsibility and visit the school himself, expressing his dedication to raising this issue until necessary work is undertaken.
Nick Gibb
Con
Bognor Regis and Littlehampton
Mr Gibb congratulated Mr Winnick on his dedication to the schools in Walsall North. He emphasised the Government's commitment to improving school buildings, noting investments of £23 billion by 2021.
Government Response
Government Response
The Minister acknowledged Mr Winnick’s concerns about the condition of All Saints National Academy. He stated that the application for funding under the condition improvement fund was unsuccessful due to insufficient supporting evidence demonstrating significant condition need. The Minister confirmed that officials did not visit the school but relied on paperwork and data from a property survey. He expressed willingness to revisit the issue, inviting Mr Winnick to organise a future visit before the end of the summer term. Additionally, he mentioned an appeals process available for any concerns over due process.
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