§ 41. Mr. Sorensenasked the President of the Board of Education whether he is aware of the decision of a borough education committee to hold a course of instruction in religious knowledge for which a small fee would be charged to those attending, but an expenditure incurred involving expenditure by the local authority and the Board; what is the nature of the course and the theological or ecclesiastical authority accepted; who supplies the instructor; and whether this is in accordance with the policy of the Board?
§ Mr. ButlerI am not aware of the particular case which the hon. Member has in mind. If he will give me particulars I will endeavour to furnish the information for which he asks.
§ Mr. SorensenHas not the President of the Board of Education already received a letter bearing the name of the borough which I have in mind?
§ Mr. ButlerIf I had, I would not have given that answer. I will bear in mind the hon. Gentleman's communication and will try to give him more information next time.