College Merger Approved by Minister

Derek Twigg MP today welcomed the announcement by the education minister Bill Rammell MP that the merger of Widnes and Runcorn Sixth Form College and Halton College has been approved.

Derek Twigg MP said:

“I am very pleased with today’s announcement by the Department for Education and Skills and welcome the approval of the merger of the colleges. I have made a number of representations to the minister in support of the merger. This quick decision helps to remove uncertainty for staff and students. The new college will bring about a fresh start for post 16 education in Halton.”