Ceisteanna ar Pholasaí nó ar Reachtaíocht - Questions on Policy or Legislation
Dail Éireann — 2023-03-29
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Chris Andrews (SF), Dublin Bay South

The Irish language needs more than just goodwill. In Dublin 2, 4, 6 and 8, there are more than 20 English-speaking secondary schools. At the same time, there are zero Irish-speaking secondary schools. In those same areas in Dublin 2, 4, 6 and 8, there are six primary schools that operate through Irish. Where does the Government expect these children and students to go when they finish primary school in Dublin 2, 4, 6 and 8?
It is being suggested that they travel to Rathfarnham. The Government talks about a 15-minute city, but we all know it will take much longer than 15 minutes to get to Rathfarnham during peak hours. I ask that the Taoiseach commit to the Irish language and to opening a Gaelcholáiste in Dublin 2, 4, 6 or 8.

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Sitting date: 2023-03-29