§ Mr. GINNELLasked the Chief Secretary to the Lord Lieutenant of Ireland whether the children of poor parents attending National schools in Ireland are compelled to submit to military drill on the public roads and thoroughfares; if so, whether the consent of the parents has been asked to this practice; and whether the National Board consider the wishes of the parents in the matter?
§ Mr. BIRRELLThe Commissioners of National Education inform me that physical drill is one of the ordinary school subjects in National schools. Children attending National schools are not compelled to submit to military drill on the public roads and thoroughfares.