Question:
82 Mr. Coveney asked the Minister for Education and Science the plans, if any, he has to improve the remuneration for care assistants in primary schools; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [25408/99]
Written Answers. - Primary School Care Assistants.
Negotiations are currently taking place between officials of my Department and the unions representing these employees with a view to reaching an agreement under the Programme for Competitiveness and Work. This agreement, when concluded, will involve a pay increase for the staff concerned.