§ 60. Mr. Chapmanasked the Minister of Education to what extent there is a shortage of teachers in the city of Birmingham; and what suggestions he has received or is considering to improve the position.
§ Sir D. EcclesAs a result of the great increase in the number of children, the shortage of teachers in Birmingham continues to cause concern. The local authority have made energetic efforts to deal with it. The size of classes has been reduced during the last three years. I shall do what I can to assist this and other hard pressed authorities.