HC Deb 07 July 1927 vol 208 cc1418-9
12. Sir F. HALL

asked the President of the Board of Education what action has been taken by the local education authorities concerned in connection with the absence from their respective schools of the six children who have gone to Russia to receive instructions in revolutionary propaganda work; and whether he has made any representations to these authorities on the matter?

Lord E. PERCY

I do not know whether any of the authorities concerned have taken any action in this matter. I have made no representations to them.

Sir F. HALL

Is the right hon. Gentleman aware who is bearing the cost of this expedition?

Lord E. PERCY

No.