§ 59. Mr. Hannahasked the President of the Board of Education whether he will consider bringing schools for mentally defective children within the general educational system of the country?
§ The President of the Board of Education (Mr. Butler)Special schools for mentally defective children are certified under Part V of the Education Act, 1921, and administered by the Board as part of the general education system of the country.
§ Mr. Rhys DaviesIs the right hon. Gentleman satisfied that local education authorities are carrying out their duties in this connection?
§ Mr. ButlerAs far as I am aware, they are.