§ 29. Mr. DONALDasked the Prime Minister whether his attention has been drawn to a resolution passed by the secondary school teachers in Ireland regarding the critical position of teachers in Ireland and the urgent need for passing the Education (Ireland) Bill; whether he is aware that unless something is done very soon many of the schools will be compelled to close down for want of competent teachers, many of whom are going to England and Scotland; and whether, regarding education, it is the intention of the Government to treat Ireland as well as it has treated England and Scotland?
§ Mr. BONAR LAWI can add nothing to what has already been said in reply to questions on this subect.
§ Mr. DONALDWhen will the Government be in a position to answer my ques- 1004 tion? Has it yet come to any decision with regard to giving financial assistance to these teachers, many of whom are on pre-War salaries?
§ Mr. BONAR LAWWe have stated that we intend to deal with the matter, but much depends on the state of the business. I should like notice of the second part of the question.