Written question asked by Lord Bannside (Democratic Unionist Party), in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Monday, 24 February 1997. It was answered by Marquess of Lothian (Conservative) on Monday, 24 February 1997 on behalf of the Northern Ireland Office.

Northern Ireland Office

Question: How much the promotion and teaching of the Irish language in English medium schools cost in 1995-96, broken down by (a) teacher costs, (b) teaching materials, (c) inspectorate and examination costs, (d) teacher training, and (e) overhead costs. - No figures given.

Answer: Rev. Ian Paisley: To ask the Secretary of State for Northern Ireland how much the promotion and teaching of the Irish language in English-medium schools cost in 1995-96, broken down by (a) teacher costs, (b) teaching materials, (c) inspectorate and examination costs, (d) teacher training, and (e) overhead costs. [17083] Mr. Ancram: Teaching of the Irish language is an integral part of the curriculum in many schools. The breakdown of financial information in the form requested is not available.

Secondary information

Type: Written question
Reference: 17083; 291 c100W
Session: 1996-97
Subjects: Curriculum Expenditure Languages Irish language Northern Ireland Schools
Contains statistics: Yes