§ Rev. Ian Paisleyasked the Secretary of State for Northern Ireland what is the total number of teachers in Roman Catholic schools at present being paid their full salaries from Government sources.
§ Mr. CarterThe total number of teachers in schools under Roman Catholic management whose salaries are at present paid by the Department of Education for Northern Ireland is 7,637.
§ Rev. Ian Paisleyasked the Secretary of State for Northern Ireland what was the total cost to the Government of paying the salaries of teachers in Roman Catholic schools in each of the years from 1972 to 1976.
§ Mr. CarterIn view of the time required to obtain the information asked544W for by the hon. Member, I regret that it is not possible to supply it before the House adjourns for the Summer Recess. I shall, however, write to the hon. Member providing this information at an early date.