School Patronage
Dail Éireann — 2023-06-29
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Norma Foley (FF), Kerry

I want to be very clear at the outset. There is to be no bullying or coercion here. The pilot that has concluded was purposefully set out to gather the thoughts and the views. I acknowledge that in some instances there was no desire for change, and in others, there was huge desire for change. I absolutely accept that there must be a balanced approach. I also accept what Deputy Ó Ríordáin has said in terms of the validity of those who are being consulted and delivering the widest type of consultation. I do not wish to keep repeating myself, but it is important that we can make an informed decision. Therefore, the pilot has been important so that we can see what worked, what did not work and, indeed, what might have worked if it had been done differently. That is the purpose of having the pilot. That is the purpose the current review of the pilot. We will then formulate an action plan going forward to fulfil the commitment that has been made.

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Sitting date: 2023-06-29