HC Deb 14 May 1998 vol 312 cc179-80W
Ms Moran

To ask the Secretary of State for Northern Ireland if she will make a statement on her plans for an increase in the number of Irish language schools. [40663]

Mr. Worthington

Any increase in the number of Irish Language Schools will be determined by parental choice. The Government will continue to support proposals for new Irish language schools provided they are viable, provide effective education and are cost effective.