HC Deb 19 March 1931 vol 249 c2126
26. Mr. MANSFIELD

asked the President of the Board of Education if he has made inquiries into the strike of school children in operation in the Eaton area; and what action he proposes to take to try and effect a settlement of this dispute?

The PRESIDENT of the BOARD of EDUCATION (Mr. Lees-Smith)

My attention has been called to the unfortunate situation which has arisen in connection with the reorganisation of schools in the Eston district, and I am keeping myself informed of developments.

Major COLFOX

Is not the best way of dealing with school children who go on strike merely to whip them?

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