§ Mr. GINNELLasked the Chief Secretary whether he was aware that Miss Degani, professor of Spanish in the National University, had this year again refused to lecture in Spanish; if he would say what Spanish diploma, distinction, or certificate of proficiency in that language she held, and when acquired; at what fee the Attorney-General for Ireland appeared recently to maintain this professor in her position; and whether it was to be paid by the university or by the Crown?
§ Mr. BIRRELLMiss Degani was appointed by the university authorities, who were satisfied that she was fully qualified. I understand that there is no foundation for the statement that she has refused to lecture in Spanish. The Attorney-General has never appeared as her counsel.
§ Mr. GINNELLCan the right hon. Gentleman say what Spanish certificate this lady possesses?
§ Mr. BIRRELLI cannot say without notice.
§ Mr. GINNELLCan the right hon. Gentleman say who, capable of answering, represents in this House on behalf of the Government university education in Ireland?
§ Mr. BIRRELLI am not aware that any of our great universities have representatives here.