§ Mr. LONSDALEasked whether the Commissioners of National Education propose to grant additional holidays to Irish schools under their administration in respect of the Coronation and their Majesties' visit to Ireland; and, if so, whether, in view of the convenience to teachers and parents, they will make an early announcement of their intentions?
§ Mr. BIRRELLThe Commissioners of National Education have decided to allow managers to close their schools on 22nd and 23rd June and on 10th and 11th July. An early intimation to this effect will be made to the managers.