HC Deb 17 July 1885 vol 299 cc1053-4
MR. J. G. TALBOT

asked Mr. Chancellor of the Exchequer, Whether, considering the great importance of securing an efficient system of National Education, at at the same time of pre- venting as far as possible an undue pressure upon the ratepayers, Her Majesty's Government will recommend the appointment of a Royal Commission to inquire into the working of the Elementary Education Acts, with a view to consider whether any and what improvements can be suggested?

THE CHANCELLOR OF THE EXCHEQUER (Sir MICHAEL HICKS-BEACH)

I agree with my hon. Friend that it is of great importance to secure an efficient system of national education, and as far as possible to prevent pressure on the ratepayers. I hope we shall be able to do something to effect both those objects without a Royal Commission.