§ MR. KETTLEI beg to ask the Chief Secretary to the Lord-Lieutenant of Ireland whether the Commissioners of National Education in Ireland have appointed or propose to appoint, a number of women inspectors of schools.
§ MR. CHERRYThe Commissioners of National Education inform me that they have issued an advertisement for a junior inspector of National schools, and that they are prepared to consider the applications of both men and women for the position.
§ MR. J. MURPHY (Kerry, E.)Will the Chief Secretary see that professional teachers are appointed?
§ MR. CHERRYMy right hon. friend has no control over the Commissioners. They are a separate body and must act on their own discretion.
§ MR. J. MURPHYBut they will generally take a hint from the right hon. Gentleman.