asked the Minister for Education if she will sanction the immediate appointment of a schools attendance officer to national schools (details supplied) in view of the high rate of absenteeism at these schools.
Written Answers. - Appointment of Schools Attendance Officer.
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Consideration is being given to the implications of the Local Government Reorganisation Act, 1985, for the enforcement of school attendance in areas such as Darndale. It is not yet possible to indicate when the legal, administration and other necessary measures will be completed.