Vol. 396 No. 6
55 Mr. Quinn asked the Minister for Education if her attention has been drawn to the substantial reduction in primary pupil numbers in inner city schools in Dublin; the plans, if any, she has to provide for orderly rationalisation, extra capacity, and full consultation with parents and teachers; and if she will make a statement on the matter.
The rationalisation of primary schools is normally, in the first instance, a matter for local consideration. As part of this process, boards of management are required to consult with parents and teachers.
Any proposals received from boards of management will be examined on their merits and the views, as expressed, in relation to the various aspects of the proposals will be taken into account by my Department in arriving at a decision.
