§ MR. SCULLYsaid, he wished to ask the Chief Secretary for Ireland, Whether he is prepared to introduce any reforms or improvements in the present system of National Education in Ireland, and to state their general nature to the House?
§ MR. CARDWELLreplied, that he was in constant communication with various parties on the subject of Education in Ireland; but the House was aware that Her Majesty's Government fully adhered to the principles of the system of National Education in Ireland. With regard to minor changes, none would be made without full opportunity being afforded for their discussion, and the most convenient time for commencing them would be when the Educational Estimates were brought forward.