Michael D. Higgins
Question:977 Mr. M. Higgins asked the Minister for Education and Science the reason he has removed a teacher from the staff of St. Brigid's primary school, Haddington Road, Dublin 4, when, according to the staffing schedule, schools designated as disadvantaged will continue to operate under a maximum class size of 29; if such schools which, based on their 30 September 2000 enrolments, are unable to organise classes in compliance with this guideline may apply for additional posts before 1 November 2000; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [19175/00]