HC Deb 28 January 1913 vol 47 cc1188-9
89. Mr. WILLIAM REDMOND

asked the Chief Secretary if his attention has been called to a resolution passed by the county Clare committee of agriculture and technical instruction calling attention to the necessity for a building Grant for technical schools; and whether he will take the matter into careful consideration?

Mr. T. W. RUSSELL (Vice-President of the Department of Agriculture, Ireland)

Yes, Sir; the Department has received this and similar resolutions from a great many bodies in various Irish counties. I regret that it has not been possible to arrange for such a Grant as is referred to in the question of the hon. Member.

Mr. W. REDMOND

Will the right hon. Gentleman continue to endeavour to make progress in this matter?

Mr. RUSSELL

We have made many applications, but never with any success.