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Written question asked by Lord Harrison (Labour), in the House of Lords. It was answered by Lord Brabazon of Tara (Non-affiliated) on Friday, 10 February 2006.


House of Lords: Foreign Language Courses

Question
What foreign language courses funded by the House are available to staff of the House of Lords.
Answer

French language classes, run by the Institut Franc””ais, are available to staff of the House of Lords, and are aimed primarily at those who require a working knowledge of foreign languages for their duties. These lessons are paid for from House funds as part of the training budget. In the recent past one member of staff has also run Spanish conversation classes for colleagues.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
3970; 678 c126WA
Session
2005-06
Subjects
House of Lords Languages Staff Training
Link
View this Written question on www.publications.parliament.uk