asked the Minister for Education what is the current position of physical education in the primary school system; and whether his Department are considering any extension of the physical education facilities for pupils in primary schools in the near future.
Ceisteanna—Questions. Oral Answers. - Physical Education Facilities.
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Mr. O'Leary
Physical education is at present an optional subject on the curriculum for national schools. Steps towards making it a compulsory subject in all these schools are being considered in my Department.