Welsh education minister announces money for capital works

February 16 2011

The Welsh Assembly Government has announced that an additional £20.5 million will be provided for schools and further education institutions (FEIs) to carry out capital works this year.

The funding is being made available for small but essential improvement work, such as infrastructure improvements.

"Against a background of falling capital budgets, it is good news that schools and FEIs are going to benefit from substantial capital investment which we've made available because of careful and prudent budgeting in this financial year," Mr Andrews commented.

"We want schools to be fit to deliver our curriculum in the 21st century. The funding announced today will help in achieving that goal."

Mr Andrews earlier this week called for a national debate about A-level subject choices.

He said it is important that young people are equipped with the skills they need to pursue the careers they choose.

Posted by Andrew Jones

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