MULTI-SCHOOLS CONTRACT IN THE NORTH EAST

Nine schools across Durham, East Riding, Gateshead, Sheffield, Stockton on Tees and Sunderland will be completely rebuilt or refurbished under the contract.

Schools Minister David Laws said: “This programme will provide new or refurbished school buildings for the children being educated in those schools that are in the very worst condition.”

The company will now work with the Education Funding Agency and the schools to develop detailed designs and submit planning proposals for each scheme before building work begins in the spring.