§ Mr. Malcolm MacMillanasked the Secretary of State for Scotland what plans he has now prepared for expanding the teaching of Russian in Scottish secondary schools; how many schools already teach the language; how many qualified teachers of Russian are known to be available; and what steps he is taking to encourage and assist student exchange courses in Russian and Scottish universities.
§ Mr. MaclayMy Department have taken up with education authorities the question of extending the teaching of Russian in Scottish schools and are cooperating in obtaining suitable teachers.
Russian is taught to the pupils of 26 schools, and 32 teachers are available, of whom 11 have a recognised Scottish teaching qualification in Russian.
Student exchange courses with foreign universities come within the province of my right hon. and learned Friend the Secretary of State for Foreign Affairs through the British Council.