asked the Minister for Education if he will indicate if any progress has been made in the present negotiations with the national teachers' organisation.
Ceisteanna—Questions. Oral Answers. - Negotiations with National Teachers.
I met a deputation of the Central Executive Committee of the Irish National Teachers' Organisation on Monday, 12th January last. I explained the Government's position to the deputation and a full exchange of views took place. I do not think that any good purpose would be served by a further statement at this stage.