Russian Language (Hansard, 29 February 1984)

HC Deb 29 February 1984 vol 55 c216W 216W

§ Mr. Andrew F. Bennett
asked the Secretary of State for Wales how many pupils gained O-level or A-level Russian in 1970, 1975, 1980 and 1983; and how many teachers of Russian there are in schools in Wales.

§ Mr. Wyn Roberts
The following available information refers to candidates who entered GCE examinations conducted by the Welsh joint education committee:

Examination achievements: Russian

Number

1970^* 1975† 1980† 1983†

"O" level 54 39 24 21

"A" level 16 11 7 6

^* Passes.

† Grades A to E.

There are seven teachers of the Russian language in maintained schools in Wales in the current academic year.

Examination achievements: Russian
Number
	1970^*	1975†	1980†	1983†
"O" level	54	39	24	21
"A" level	16	11	7	6
^* Passes.
† Grades A to E.